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== Purpose == | == Purpose == | ||
The purpose of the Appropriate Use of Human Anatomical Material Policy is (1) to establish guidelines to account for all human anatomical material from deceased individuals during initial procurement and use through proper disposal/disposition;(2) to ensure that use of human anatomical material meets [http:// | The purpose of the Appropriate Use of Human Anatomical Material Policy is (1) to establish guidelines to account for all human anatomical material from deceased individuals during initial procurement and use through proper disposal/disposition;(2) to ensure that use of human anatomical material meets [http://nebraskalegislature.gov/laws/statutes.php?statute=71-4825 Uniform Anatomical Gift Act], [http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/bloodbornepathogens/standards.html OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Standard], and other state and federal regulatory standards for the safe and ethical treatment of human anatomical material; (3) to ensure proper handling of human anatomical material; and (4) to protect individuals handling or transporting human anatomical material/specimens from potential exposure to blood and/or body fluids. The [mailto:swrobel@unmc.edu Compliance Officer] of the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) shall be responsible for implementing and monitoring compliance with this policy. | ||
== Background == | == Background == | ||
The Uniform Anatomical Gift Act regulates the donation of dead bodies or parts of bodies for transplantation, education and research. There are three types of anatomical gifts: tissue donation including blood, organ donation and whole body donation. The Nebraska State Anatomical Board, located at UNMC, is responsible for the Body Donation Program for the State of Nebraska. UNMC shall follow guidelines set by the Nebraska State Anatomical Board for the use of human anatomical material. | The Uniform Anatomical Gift Act regulates the donation of dead bodies or parts of bodies for transplantation, education and research. There are three types of anatomical gifts: tissue donation including blood, organ donation and whole body donation. The Nebraska State Anatomical Board, located at UNMC, is responsible for the Body Donation Program for the State of Nebraska. UNMC shall follow guidelines set by the Nebraska State Anatomical Board for the use of human anatomical material. | ||