Which of the following is true about renal transplantation?...

Name: Problem 135, Chapter 19: Objective Biology for NEET
Uploaded: 2021-10-11T07:41:10-08:00
Duration: 2 min 56 s
Channel: Qudsiya Anis
Description: Which of the following is true about renal transplantation? (a) Kidney transplantation is the ultimate method at the stage where drug or dialysis do not help. (b) Immunosuppressive agent are used in kidney transplant patient. (c) Close relatives are often used as kidney donors to minimise the risk of rejection. (d) All the above

Which of the following is true about renal transplantation? (a) Kidney transplantation is the ultimate method at the stage where drug or dialysis do not help. (b) Immunosuppressive agent are used in kidney transplant patient. (c) Close relatives are often used as kidney donors to minimise the risk of rejection. (d) All the above

Which of the following is true about renal transplantation?
(a) Kidney transplantation is the ultimate method at the stage where drug or dialysis do not help.
(b) Immunosuppressive agent are used in kidney transplant patient.
(c) Close relatives are often used as kidney donors to minimise the risk of rejection.
(d) All the above

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Donor Matching and Selection

Donor matching and selection are critical steps in renal transplantation, focusing on immunological compatibility to reduce the risk of rejection. Often, close relatives are considered ideal donors due to their genetic similarities, which can enhance compatibility between donor and recipient.

Renal Transplantation

Renal transplantation is the surgical procedure where a healthy kidney is transplanted into a patient with kidney failure. It is considered a definitive treatment option, particularly when treatments like dialysis or medications no longer sustain adequate kidney function.

Immunosuppressive Therapy

Immunosuppressive therapy involves the use of drugs to reduce the recipient's immune response and prevent rejection of the transplanted kidney. This therapy is crucial for the survival of the graft, as it minimizes the immune system's ability to attack the foreign tissue.

Indications for Transplantation

Indications for renal transplantation include cases where the existing treatments, such as dialysis and medication, fail to maintain sufficient kidney function. At this stage, transplantation is viewed as the ultimate method to restore kidney function and improve quality of life.

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