This is a perfusion fixed human heart that was donated for research. The donor was a 77 year old female with a history of hypertension, thyroid disorder, and stent placement. The heart has a high coverage of epicardial fat, and the aorta was mostly dissected for research studies. This heart uses reference ID: Heart0505.
We partner with [LifeSource](https://www.life-source.org/) to receive donated organs deemed not viable for transplant.
To learn more about cardiac anatomy, visit the [Atlas of Human Cardiac Anatomy](http://www.vhlab.umn.edu/atlas/index.shtml).