Kidney Transplant Evaluation
Evaluation helps a transplant program understand your health, readiness, support needs, and whether transplantation is appropriate under that program’s criteria.
What to focus on now
Open the topics that are most useful to you. You do not need to read everything at once.
Meet the transplant teamMany disciplines may be involved.
Depending on the program, you may meet physicians, nurses or coordinators, pharmacists, social workers, dietitians, financial staff, and others. Ask who handles which type of question.
Complete requested testingRequirements vary by center.
Programs may request blood tests, heart or other organ testing, cancer screening, imaging, dental or specialty clearances, and updates based on your medical history. Use the center’s own checklist as your source of truth.
Prepare for psychosocial reviewPractical readiness matters too.
Programs commonly assess understanding of transplant care, medication routines, support, communication, transportation, and other factors that may affect safe follow-up.
Track what is still outstandingLoose ends can delay a decision.
Keep one list of requested tests, appointments, records, and due dates. Confirm that outside results actually reached the transplant program.
Questions you may want to bring to your team
- Which tests or consultations are still outstanding?
- Who should I contact if I cannot complete a requirement on time?
- How will I be told whether I am accepted, deferred, or not listed?
- If I am not accepted, what options do I have for clarification or evaluation elsewhere?
Useful starting points
These links are for general education and planning. Review important decisions with your own team.