There should be a call for stricter regulation of post-mortem human tissue. It would seem obvious that what is of primary value in life would necessarily depreciate in death. This is not the case with the human body. With the emergence of biotechnology and the resulting need for post-mortem human tissue, the human corpse has become very valuable. In pieces, parts or whole, organizations will pay a high price for the human body, even after it houses the human spirit. Throughout history, civilizations have found uses for the bodies, organs and tissues of the dead. The potential of the human corpse is constantly expanding. “Since 1954, human organs have been successfully transplanted into living recipients who would otherwise die. » (Ranee Khooshie Lal Panjab) Modern researchers use tissues from corpses to study physiological processes and perform tests. Clinicians restore function to the transplant recipient through procedures including skin grafts and cornea grafts. Cadavers are essential to medical school anatomy classes, forensic experts measuring body decomposition, and crash safety testers. Without a doubt, the need for cadaver donations is unlimited. The kindness of donors and family forms the foundation of the human tissue donation system in the United States. Under the Uniform Anatomical Gift Act (UAGA), adopted by all 50 states, a donor can donate all or part of their body for purposes such as medical education, research and transplantation. “Donation is made through one of several procedures. A natural person aged at least 18 years old can make a donation by will or by donor card. (Ranee Khooshie Lal Panjab) Consent of the next of kin also makes organ donation possible. Organ and tissue donation is considered a matter of informed consent and disclosure of tissue bank finances. Additionally, critics warn that the FDA does not have enough resources in terms of money or manpower to fully implement the legislation. With this, the need for greater regulation of the post-mortem human tissue industry is extremely strong. Sources located Mclay, Kathleen. “UC Berkley News.” Berkley News, April 30, 2004. Web. February 23, 2011.Khooshie Lal Panjabi, Ranee. “The Sum of a Human Being’s Parts: Global Organ Trafficking in the 21st Century.” » 28.1 (2010): 144-1. Print.Anteby, Michel. “A market for human corpses in all but name? » Practical knowledge. Np, 05 11 2009. Web. February 23, 2011. Ireland, Corydon. “Harvard Sciences.” Harvard Press Office. Harvard News, February 14, 2008. Web. February 23, 2011. Josefson, Deborah. “Human tissue for sale.” PubMed. PubMed, 11 2000. Web. February 23 2011.