Frequently Asked Questions

It helps people regain vision and live independently. One pair of eyes can restore sight to two individuals.

Corneal blindness occurs when the cornea becomes damaged due to disease, injury, or infection, leading to partial or complete vision loss.

Yes, It can often be treated through a corneal transplant using healthy corneal tissue from a donor.

One eye donor can help two blind individuals regain vision.

Only the cornea, the clear front surface of the eye, is used for transplantation.

Unfortunately, despite awareness efforts, there is still a significant gap between demand and availability of donated eyes.

Eyes should be donated within 4–6 hours after death for maximum effectiveness.

No, The process is quick and does not delay any funeral rituals or customs.

Yes, it is a voluntary and highly ethical act of compassion and humanity.

Yes, Wearing glasses or contact lenses does not affect eligibility.

Yes, Such individuals can still donate their eyes.

No, Age is not a limiting factor for donating your corneas.

Yes, unless the disorder affects the cornea. Doctors will evaluate the cornea’s condition after death.

Yes, Cataracts or previous eye surgeries do not disqualify someone from donating.

If the cancer does not involve the eyes, donation is generally allowed. Eye banks will make the final decision.

People with HIV, hepatitis, rabies, severe infections, or cancer in the eye cannot donate after death.

Yes, Pledging is a symbolic act of support and awareness, even if donation isn’t possible later.

Yes, but only with parental or guardian consent.

Yes, once you pledge, you’ll receive a digital or printed pledge certificate/card.

Your family or next of kin must inform the nearest eye bank or hospital within 4–6 hours.

A trained medical team or technician from an eye bank performs the procedure respectfully.

Yes, It’s performed with utmost care and does not cause disfigurement.

Your family’s consent is still legally required, which is why it’s important to inform them in advance.

The procedure typically takes 20–30 minutes.

They are preserved and evaluated in certified eye banks before transplantation.

They can be preserved for up to 14 days, depending on the storage medium.

Eye banks match donors with suitable recipients based on urgency, medical compatibility, and waiting lists.

No, It is done privately and respectfully by medical professionals.

No, Most religions support organ and tissue donation as a noble act of giving.

Yes, as long as the nearest eye bank is informed within 4–6 hours.

No, Only the corneas are retrieved for transplantation.

No, You only need to pledge and inform your family.

No, Eye donation is a regulated and ethical medical procedure.

Yes, you can revoke your pledge at any time.

Yes, Family members can decide to donate even if you hadn’t pledged during your life.

No, You can pledge for both organ and eye donation without conflict.