Organ procurement is the process of obtaining organs from donors for transplantation. This can involve living donors, who voluntarily give an organ, or deceased donors, whose organs are recovered after death. The goal is to match these organs with patients in need, often those suffering from organ failure. The process is carefully regulated to ensure ethical practices and the safety of both donors and recipients. Organizations like the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) manage the allocation of organs, ensuring that they are distributed fairly based on medical need and compatibility.