Polycystic kidneys

[Alliegid]

My brother is looking for a live kidney doner due to having polysystic kidneys, - apparently they wouldn't look at my kidneys (as I've been an IDD for 35yrs (even though I have no problems) which leaves my sister. She is worried that even if she doesn't have polycystic kidneys (neither of us do) she might have passed it on to her children, and that they might need a kidney in the future. Is this possible/likely? Our mum has it , but it hasn't caused her problems. All this is at the "thinking about it" stage at the moment and I understand that there are many, many tests and assessments that need to be done, but I just wondered.

[Sqad]

Allie...as you say there is a prominent hereditary aspect and connection to P.K

Tests will be done to the donor, but as for the hereditary part, you need to consult a Geneticist.

I am not an expert.

[Alliegid]

Thanks for that Sqad, her GP said that he hadn't had anyone considering donation before and apparently was a bit out of his depth.

Just need to track down a geneticist now ...

[karenmac60]

Your best bet is to get in touch with the Transplant Co-ordinator in your area. I went through the whole live donation process (although it didn't work out in the end) and they are extremely helpful. They know their stuff and will guide you through everything, answering any questions you might have. If they don't know the answer off hand, they will do their utmost to find it out for you.