Multiple Choice
Which statement best describes the lung allocation score (LAS) used to prioritize lung transplant recipients?
A) The LAS estimates the probability of survival and benefits from transplantation.
B) Lungs from children and adolescents are offered to adults first.
C) The LAS is limited to candidates under the age of 65 years.
D) The score was developed to estimate 5-year survival rates.
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