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Question
Why some of the organs in human body are most valuable?
Solution
- Organs like the eyes, heart, lungs, pancreas, liver, bone, kidney, and skin play significant roles in various physiological (metabolic) activities and maintaining a healthy human life. A person will not be able to lead a normal life if these valuable organs are damaged or absent.
- These organs can also be donated to save the life of individuals in need.
- During the life of an individual, certain organs like kidneys, skin, etc. can be donated to people who have lost the function of these organs due to aging, accidents, infections, disorders, etc.
- After death (posthumous), organs like liver, heart and eyes can be donated.
Hence, these organs in the human body are most valuable.
RELATED QUESTIONS
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A liberal view behind the concept of organ and body donation is that after death our body should be useful to other needful persons so that their miserable life would become comfortable. Awareness about these concepts is increasing in our country and people are voluntarily donating their bodies.
Life of many people can be saved by organ and body donation. Blinds can regain their vision. Life of many people can be rendered comfortable by donation of organs like liver, kidneys, heart, heart valves, skin etc. Similarly, body can be made available for research in medical studies. Many government and social organizations are working towards increasing the awareness about body donation.
1) What is the liberal view behind the organ and body donation ?
2) Name any four organs that can be donated.
Organs that can be used for organ transplantation.
Give scientific reason.
Concepts of body donation and organ donation have come forward.
Write a short note.
Organ and Body Donation
How can we save the lives of many people by organ donations?
