Being a living donor
What is a living donor?
Being a living donor means you choose to give 1 of your 2 kidneys to a person whose kidneys no longer work. It can save someone’s life.
Don’t I need 2 kidneys to live?
No! People with only 1 kidney can live long, healthy lives.
Why donors donate kidneys
Watch this video to learn why donors donate their kidneys.
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