Certified Clinical Transplant Nurse (CCTN) Practice Exam

The responsibility for costs associated with the transportation of renal organs generally falls to the organ procurement organization (OPO). The OPO plays a critical role in the organ transplant process, including the coordination of organ recovery and subsequent transportation to the transplant center. Their function encompasses not only the logistics of organ recovery but also the organization of transport to ensure timely delivery of the organ for transplantation.

While the recipient's insurance may cover some of the associated costs within the broader context of the transplant surgery and recipient care, the direct responsibility for the transportation itself typically lies with the OPO. This organizational framework is designed to streamline the process and ensure that resources are allocated efficiently and effectively, while also upholding the ethical standards of organ transplantation.

The transplant center and the hospital where the organ is retrieved may have some involvement in the logistics and operations, but they do not bear the primary financial responsibility for organ transportation. By understanding the central role and responsibilities of the OPO, one can appreciate its integral part in the successful outcome of organ transplantation.