S3·E21 Family
- Episode
- Season 3, Episode 21
- Air Date
- May 1, 2007
- Runtime
- 44 minutes
- Director
- David Straiton
- Writer
- Liz Friedman
- Score
- 7.8/10 (44 TMDB votes)
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Narrative Classification: Standard continuity chapter maintaining character development and season progression.
Synopsis
Wilson prepares to transplant bone marrow from Matty to his brother Nick. But when Matty gets sick, the team must cure him as he's the only safe donor. Meanwhile Foreman deals with the consequences of his mistake and House has a battle of wills with his new pet Hector.
Episode recap
In this episode, Dr. James Wilson is on the brink of a bone‑marrow transplant that could save his brother Nick. The donor is Matty, a young patient whose marrow matches Nick’s perfectly, and Wilson has been preparing the procedure with the usual thoroughness. Just as the operation is about to proceed, Matty falls ill. His sudden sickness threatens the transplant because he is the only compatible donor for Nick. The diagnostic team, led by Dr. Gregory House, must quickly identify and treat the cause of Matty’s condition in order to keep the transplant viable. The urgency of the case forces the team to balance the immediate health of
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 3 Episode 21 of House air?
Season 3, Episode 21 ('Family') originally aired on May 1, 2007.
How long is Season 3 Episode 21 ('Family')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 44 minutes.
What happens in House Season 3 Episode 21?
Wilson prepares to transplant bone marrow from Matty to his brother Nick. But when Matty gets sick, the team must cure him as he's the only safe donor. Meanwhile Foreman deals with the consequences of his mistake and House has a battle of wills with his new pet Hector....
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