Section 7 of The Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissues Act, 1994
7. Preservation of 2 [human organs or tissues or both].-- After the removal of any 1[human organ or tissue or both] from the body of any person, the registered medical practitioner shall take such steps for the preservation of the 1[human organ or tissue or both] so removed as may be prescribed.
Summary
- When a human organ or tissue is removed from a person's body, it must be properly preserved.
- The responsibility for taking steps to preserve the organ or tissue lies strictly with the registered medical practitioner.
- The specific steps and methods used for this preservation must follow the rules prescribed by the government.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Who is legally responsible for making sure an organ is preserved after it is removed?
The registered medical practitioner who removes the organ or tissue is responsible for taking the necessary preservation steps.
2. Can a hospital make up its own rules for how to preserve tissues?
No, the steps taken for preservation must be those prescribed by the official rules under the Act.
3. Does this rule apply to tissues as well as whole organs?
Yes, it applies to the preservation of human organs, tissues, or both.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 7 of The Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissues Act, 1994, who is explicitly required to take steps for the preservation of a removed human organ or tissue?
Q2.Under Section 7 of The Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissues Act, 1994, how must a removed human organ or tissue be preserved?
Q3.Under Section 7 of The Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissues Act, 1994, at what exact point does the legal duty to preserve the organ or tissue begin?
Q4.Under Section 7 of The Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissues Act, 1994, does the preservation requirement apply to tissues removed from a deceased donor, or only living donors?