The result is a big demand for donated kidneys - which agents have been quick to turn into lucrative trade.

Blacks make up about one-third of the 10,000 patients on waiting lists for new kidneys, experts say.

But for kidneys and lungs, the main deciding factor is how long a recipient has been waiting.

About 88,000 Americans are on the list, most waiting for kidneys.

His grocery business was failing and he had heard that patients paid well for kidneys.

Potassium is necessary for the heart, kidneys, and other organs to work normally.

There are thousands of people waiting for kidneys and corneas today.

Too little water may be harsh for your baby's stomach and kidneys.

Their mother is put on a waiting list for new kidneys.

But nearly 10,000 people are waiting for kidneys, according to the department.