UNOS (United Network for Organ Sharing)

The United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) is a non-profit organization that manages the allocation of donated organs in the United States. It connects transplant recipients with available organs, ensuring they are matched based on medical need, compatibility, and various other factors. UNOS operates the national Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN), which maintains a centralized database to track organs and patients. By coordinating these efforts, UNOS aims to make the organ transplantation process fair, efficient, and equitable, improving chances of successful transplants and saving lives across the country.