TABLE 3.
Financial burdens attributed to donation (some donors reported >1 type of burden; n = 32 total reports, 24 donors)
| Type of financial burden | No. of reports, n (%) | White race, n (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Lost wages | 18 (56.3) | 13 (72) |
| Difficulty obtaining life insurance | 6 (18.8) | 6 (100) |
| Travel and lodging costs | 3 (9.4) | 3 (100) |
| Increased insurance premiums | 2 (6.3) | 1 (50) |
| Trouble paying for medical care | 1 (3.1) | 1 (100) |
| Anticipated grant from hospital but did not receive it | 1 (3.1) | 1 (100) |
| Costs related to follow-up visits | 1 (3.1) | 1 (100) |