I feel it is important at this stage to say that it's not just me having these tests done, my other brother, is also being tested. Once all the tests are completed and the results are in, the medical team will tell us which of us is the MOST suitable candidate, then it will be down to us as a family, to decide which of us will donate.
Obviously there are lots of things to consider, for example, my brother has a young family and is a self-employed plasterer, so what would be the financial implications for him taking so much time off work. As for me I am single and employed full time, so i should be able to claim sick pay. My only REAL financial commitment is my rent.
So there are a lot of factors to take into consideration and this decision must be one that all concerned are happy with.
My brother is having his Isotope Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR) and Isotope Renogram tests on Monday. Then we both have appointments for a Renal Ultrasound, mine is on July 30th. I also, got a letter this morning informing me that i have an appointment with the consultant on September 11th!
So it would seem that everything is ticking along. I have to admit, with each new appointment, I get a little more nervous, but who wouldn't it's no small thing.
I was also able to get copies of the images of my kidneys from the hospital, so as soon as i receive them, i shall upload them here - I hope you'll find it as interesting as i did.
Until next time guys....
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