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Questions & Answers
Below you will find answers to frequently asked questions about organ donation and transplantation.
What is organ transplantation?
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Organ transplantation is the transfer of organs (or parts of them), as well as tissues, from one location to another within the same body or to a different person.
Who needs an organ transplant?
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Anyone — an adult or a child — may need a transplant. Organ failure can result from various diseases, and transplantation may be the only way to save a life.
How can I register my consent for posthumous donation?
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You need to visit your assigned clinic or use the eGov.kz portal. After submitting the application and verifying your identity, your decision will be recorded in the Registry. You will receive a certificate, and you can change your decision at any time.
What type of consent system is used in Kazakhstan?
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Kazakhstan follows a system of presumed consent. Even if a person has expressed consent during their lifetime, organs can only be retrieved with the permission of their relatives.
What is the position of world religions on transplantation?
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All major world religions allow organ donation and transplantation if there is no commercial gain and the purpose is to save lives. In particular, the Russian Orthodox Church, Islam, and Catholicism support transplantation when necessary and guided by humane intentions.
Is the sale of organs allowed in Kazakhstan?
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No. The sale of organs is prohibited in Kazakhstan and is a criminal offense under the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On Public Health." Donation is only allowed on a voluntary, non-commercial basis.