* Is there any age limit? Am I to old to donate?

An individual must be 18 years or older. Otherwise, there is no age limit to donate.

* What if my family does not wish to donate my body at the time of my death?

Many families do not agree with the donors decision to donate. You should make your wishes clear to your family and help them understand how you came to your decision to donate your body. If your family understands why, they will be less likely to go against your wishes at the time of your death.

* At the time of my death, is it possible that my donation would be declined?

A Donor cannot be a known carrier of certain INFECTIOUS/CONTAGIOUS DISEASES at death. A body should not be EMBALMED. Bodies that are OBESE or EMACIATED are also unlikely to be to be accepted. Tufts University School of Medicine upholds the right to decline any donation. Alternative arrangements should be made in the event that the gift can not be accepted.

* What will happen to my remains when the school is finished?

Tufts University School of Medicine will cremate remains, at the expense of Tufts University, and release cremains to the next-of-kin. If the donor or donor's family would prefer, the remains can be released to the executor or next-of-kin for private burial at the expense of the estate.

* Can I donate my organs as well as body?

It is possible to donate one's eyes and inner ear organs. However, in general, tissue and organ donations preclude body donation for medical education. It is the responsibility of the donor to make arrangements for the donation of eyes and ears.

* How long is the donation used?

One to two years