1. Organ and Tissue Transplant

2. 1. Why are transplants important. 2
1. Why are transplants important? 2.What types of organs and tissues can be transplanted??
NOTE*: I want the organ (s) and the system they belong to, and in a complete sentence.

4. Problems with Transplanting Organs and Tissue
There are more people who need transplants than there are donors !!

5. Problems with Transplanting Organs and Tissue
Humans are all unique, and our genetics program our cells and defense systems differently.
For example blood types +A,-A,+B,-B,AB ,+O,-O

6. Problems with Transplanting Organs and Tissue
The major system that protect us from disease the Immune System, is coded to fight off foreign particles………….which another persons organs are!!!!!!!
When this happens this process is known as rejection

7. Solutions to the Problems
Organ transplant wait lists
Organ Banks and storage

8. Solutions to the Problems
Detailed tests to ensure that donors match recipients.
Blood Match
Tissue evaluation
Antibody test

9. Solutions to the Problems
Immunosuppressant drugs – Slow the process of rejection by weakening the immune system to some degree

10. Solutions to the Problems
Stem cell introduction- introduce fresh, partially programed cells of the recipient on, in and around the donated section and reduce the likelihood of the body thinking the donated part is foreign.

12. Spain is a global leader in Transplants and Donation !!!!!!!!!