The amount of marrow collected typically ranges between 600 ml and 1,500 ml, depending upon the physical size of the donor and recipient. For instance, a recipient who is a baby may require less than a pint of marrow, while an adult may require more than a quart. When the entire procedure is complete, the donor is taken to a recovery area where the anesthesia wears off. When the donor is fully awake, and his condition is stable, he is returned to his room where he can have visitors. During the hospital stay, medical staff will closely monitor the donor's condition until he is ready to go home.
Most donors experience some sore stiffness in the lower back, where the marrow was collected.
However, the soreness subsides within several days. All donors are called a few days after the donation to see how they are feeling, how the donation went and to follow up on the donation experience. Donors are called weekly until they report feeling completely recovered. All Rights Reserved.