Victorian Assisted Reproductive Treatment Authority

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Victorian Assisted Reproductive Treatment Authority (VARTA) provided public education and resources for professionals and the community on fertility and issues related to assisted reproductive treatment (ART). Formerly the Infertility Treatment Authority (ITA) [VA 4057], VARTA is a statutory authority responsible for administering aspects of the Assisted Reproductive Treatment Act 2008. Responsibilities included:

- monitoring developments and trends in the ART industry
- registering ART providers
- approving the import and export of donor eggs, sperm and embryos
- promoting research into the causes and prevention of infertility
- educating the public about treatment procedures and the best interests of children born as a result of treatment
- conducting community consultation about matters relating to the Assisted Reproductive Treatment Act 2008
- monitoring programs and activities relating to the Act, infertility and treatment procedures outside of Victoria.