It’s Not What You’ve Heard Because transplantation is still a
relatively new and evolving science, it is understandable that
people create and spread rumors about organ donation. Following
are facts that counter the most common misconceptions about
donation. 1. There is no black market for organs in the U.S.
There is no documented evidence of an illicit market for organs
in the U.S. Not only is the sale of organs illegal, but due to
the sheer complexity of transplantation, it’s practically
impossible. 2. They won't recover organs before death is
declared. Brain death is a medically, legally and morally
accepted determination of death, and two independent, licensed
physicians must make the diagnosis before the organ donation
process can begin. 3. If you are an organ donor, medical
professionals would work just as hard to save you. The medical
team treating you is separate from the transplant team.
OneLegacy is not notified until all lifesaving efforts have
failed and death is imminent. OneLegacy does not notif