What does the Uniform Anatomical Gift Act allow individuals to do?

The Uniform Anatomical Gift Act enables individuals to make arrangements for the donation of their body or specific body parts after death for medical, research, or educational purposes. This legislation provides a framework that promotes and facilitates the decision-making process for organ and tissue donation, reflecting the individual's wishes and supporting the needs of recipients in critical need of transplants or medical research.

This act ensures that individuals can legally express their intentions regarding anatomical gifts, either through a written document or, in some jurisdictions, verbally in front of witnesses. It emphasizes respect for personal autonomy and the right of individuals to support advances in medicine through their donations. Other options listed, such as transferring property, appointing a health care proxy, or designating a personal guardian, address different legal and healthcare considerations unrelated to anatomical donations.