Acceptable Cold Ischemic Times

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Scott has had the opportunity to watch his boys grow up since his heart transplant in 2007.

 

Organ times can vary widely based on donor condition, recipient condition, transplant center processes, etc.

 

° Heart: 4 hours

° Lung: 4-6 hours

° Liver: 6-10 hours

° Pancreas: 12-18 hours

° Intestine: 6-12 hours

° Kidneys: 24 hours

° Up to 72 with a perfusion pump