Explanatory Notes

Human Tissue Act 2004

2004 CHAPTER 30

15 November 2004

Commentary on Sections

Part 3 - Miscellaneous and General

Miscellaneous

Section 43: Preservation for transplantation

56.This section makes it lawful to retain the body of a dead person and preserve organs in the body which may be suitable for transplantation, while consent to use the organs is sought, provided the preservation involves the minimum steps necessary and the least invasive procedures.