Lesson Five: Organ Donation (9.5)

Organ donation is the process in which a healthy organ from one person is transplanted into another person. Some organs can be donated while a person is alive (living donation) while others can only be donated after a person has passed away (deceased donation).

What Organs Can be Donated:

• Internal organs such as the kidneys, heart, liver, pancreas, intestines, and lungs
• Skin
• Bone and bone marrow
• Cornea

Who is Eligible?

Anyone 15 years of age and older can register as an organ, eye and tissue donor at DMV. You can be a donor regardless of your health or physical condition, so do not rule yourself out. It is extremely important you let your family know of your wish to be a donor.

One donor can save up to eight lives!

To sign up on the Donor Registry:

• When applying for your license,  permit, or identification card, indicate you would like to be a donor. A “D” will be added to the card.
• Visit online at donatelifenw.org or scan the QR code

 Your Decision to Donate

By signing up on the Donor Registry, you are confirming your commitment to be a donor and making sure your decision is known by the organ, eye, and tissue recovery agencies.