The Victorian Assisted Reproductive Treatment Authority (VARTA) is a statutory authority funded by the Victorian Department of Health. VARTA provides independent information and support for individuals, couples and health professionals on fertility and issues related to assisted reproductive treatment. This includes IVF, surrogacy and donor-conception. VARTA has responsibilities for the registration of ART clinics and approval of import and export of donated eggs, sperm and embryos formed from donor gametes in and out of Victoria. We are also responsible for monitoring developments, trends and activities relating to the causes and prevention of infertility and the ART industry in Victoria, Australia and internationally. Our work is guided by the principles set in the Assisted Reproductive Treatment Act 2008 (link is external), the latest scientific and medical evidence, consultation, and is free from commercial interests.
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