OPTN

OPTN, or the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network, is a national organization in the U.S. that manages the system for matching donated organs with patients in need of transplants. It operates under federal oversight to ensure fair, transparent, and efficient allocation of organs like kidneys, hearts, and livers. By maintaining a centralized database, OPTN collects data on donors and recipients, setting guidelines to prioritize patients based on medical urgency and compatibility. Its goal is to maximize successful transplants and save as many lives as possible through a coordinated national effort.