Who may make anatomical gift before donor's death

1. Law
2. US Virgin Islands Code
3. Health
4. Hospitals and Nursing Schools
5. Virgin Islands Revised Uniform Anatomical Gift
6. Who may make anatomical gift before donor's death

• Subject to section 408, an anatomical gift of a donor's body or part may be made during the life of the donor for the purpose of transplantation, therapy, research, or education in the manner provided in section 405 by:

  • (1) the donor, if the donor is at least 18 years of age or is under 18 years of age and is:

    • (A) an emancipated minor; or

    • (B) authorized under state law to apply for a driver's license because the donor is at least 16 years of age;

  • (2) an agent of the donor, unless the power of attorney for health care or other record prohibits the agent from making an anatomical gift;

  • (3) a parent of the donor, if the donor is under 18 years of age and not emancipated; or

  • (4) the donor's guardian.

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