Human organ allocation

Human organ allocation is the process of distributing donated organs, like kidneys or hearts, to patients in need. It considers medical urgency, compatibility (such as blood type and size), and wait time to ensure fair and effective matching. Kidney allocation often uses a computerized system that ranks patients based on these factors. The goal is to save as many lives as possible while being equitable and transparent, giving priority to those most in need and most compatible with the organ. This process is managed by organizations like the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) in the U.S. to coordinate and oversee fair distribution.