What is a kidney transplant?
A major surgery in which a person with kidney failure receives a new kidney from a living or deceased donor.

You need one working kidney—a single healthy kidney can do 70%-80% of the job of two kidneys, so only one kidney is transplanted during the surgery.

Finding a Match
In order to be a good match for you, your new kidney must be from a donor who has the same tissue type and a compatible blood type.

3 steps to take next

 
  1. Make a plan—Let your doctor or care team know you are interested in a kidney transplant.
  1. Ask the big question—Consider asking close friends and family if they are a match, because living donations are the best option whever possible.
  1. Consider home dialysis—This is the best dialysis option to choose if you are waiting for a transplant.