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My Kidney Transplant Story: Prince LaCarlous Jackson

July 4, 2025

On February 3, 2022, I was diagnosed with kidney failure. My life was turned upside down. I began dialysis treatments three days a week, each session lasting four long hours in a chair. At the time, I was living in Memphis, Tennessee, and the emotional and physical toll was unlike anything I had ever experienced. But I refused to let the diagnosis define me. I made a commitment to myself:…

What Role Does De Novo DSA Play in Kidney Transplants?

June 27, 2025

If you are considering or planning to have a kidney transplant, you probably know that a successful transplant depends on receiving a kidney that is a good “match” for you. What you may not know is the role de novo DSA plays in determining the risk of rejection of the donated kidney. What Is DSA? DSA stands for donor-specific antibody. These are antibodies your immune system makes in response to…

National Kidney Registry Launches New Donor Education Videos on Patient Microsites

June 6, 2025

The National Kidney Registry (NKR) is pleased to announce that all kidney patient microsites now include three animated videos designed to help potential living kidney donors better understand the donation process. The videos include: Donating on Behalf of a Microsite Patient – an overview of how the microsite program works and how donors can donate for a specific patient What is Donor Shield – a summary of the support and…

‘You saved my life’: Facebook post leads to kidney donation and lifelong bond between two women

June 23, 2025

Seven months ago, Carol Carl and Stephanie Crane were strangers. Today, Crane left Strong Memorial Hospital with Carl’s kidney, thanks to a Facebook post that led to a lifesaving organ donation and a lifelong connection.