SKIN DONATION PROCESS

Many do not realise that skin can be donated like corneas, organs or tissues after death. Major cities such as Mumbai, which have skin banks, can store the donated skin and make it available to victims who need it. Donor skin can be effectively frozen and stored for up to five years

The skin is only taken from the back, thighs, and legs and does not in any way disfigure the body Skin can be donated within 6 hours from the time of death

Anyone who have attained 18 years or above can donate skin irrespective of sex and blood group. No upper age limit