What is Call Organs?
"Call organs" isn't a standard medical or scientific term. The phrasing likely refers to one of two concepts related to organs:
In the context of biology and medicine, an organ is a collection of tissues working together to perform a specific function within the body. Examples, as noted in several sources (NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms, Cleveland Clinic's article on Situs Inversus), include the heart, lungs, liver, kidneys, skin (StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf), and even the eyes (American Academy of Ophthalmology). The skin, in fact, is considered the largest organ. The proper placement of organs is known as situs solitus. Genetic mutations can lead to abnormal positioning, a condition called situs inversus.
- Function: Each organ contributes uniquely to overall body function.
- Composition: Organs comprise various tissues—muscle, connective, nervous, etc.
2. Organ Donation and Transplantation
The phrase "call organs" might also allude to the process of organ procurement for transplantation. This involves contacting potential donors' families and initiating the organ donation process. The White House's call to action regarding the organ transplant waiting list (Obama White House Archives) highlights the critical need for increased organ donation. Discussions around ethical considerations in xenotransplantation (animal-to-human organ transplantation) also touch upon this aspect (Journal of Heart and Lung Transplantation).
- Demand: There's a significant shortage of organs for transplantation.
- Process: Organ procurement involves a complex ethical and logistical process.
