Update on transplant

Hi jb.  It’s a year long process.  Initially it was bloods.  That was my total involvement.  They test tissue type, blood type and something else.  Lol.  Can’t remember.  But you get a 3 figure score based on compatibility from these tests.  0,0,0 being an identical twin to 3,3,3 being a total no match.  Any 3 is a no no.  Normal matches range from 1,1,1 . 2,1,2. 2,2,1. Etc to 2,2,2 being the worst match.  We then entered into a sharing scheme which is a 2 way match with another couple.  Ie my brother could have been a perfect match for someone else but not me and likewise with the other couple and you basically swap donors.  My brother also had to get checks to ensure both his kidneys worked as a 50/50 split.  Also is a scan on his kidney plumbing to see it suits.  Then he gets evaluated to the reasons why and would he cope psychologically with the transplant if for instance it didn’t work.  Last thing is an appointment for both of us to see an independent doctor who ethically questions us. Ie do you know each other, any money changing hands etc.  We had to take family photos to prove we were brothers as well as north certificates.  The bloods are the quick part.  His other appointments take the time.  

In total Lyn it took a year.  Started the checks when I was at 11%

The checks were completed a few months previous.  It was just a waiting game until I was ready for it.