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5 U.S.C. § 8101 — in this section

“organ” means a part of the body that performs a special function, and for purposes of this subchapter excludes the brain, heart, and back; and

42 U.S.C. § 1320B — in this section

the term “organ” means a human kidney, liver, heart, lung, pancreas, and any other human organ or tissue specified by the Secretary for purposes of this subsection.

42 U.S.C. § 274B — for purposes of this part (6 versions over time)

The term “organ” means the human kidney, liver, heart, lung, pancreas, and any other human organ (other than corneas and eyes) specified by the Secretary by regulation and for purposes of section 274a of this title, such term includes bone marrow.

42 U.S.C. § 274i-4 — for purposes of this part

The term “organ” has the meaning given such term in section 121.2 of title 42, Code of Federal Regulations.

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