Views sought on guidelines for genetic testing of human embryos (New Zealand)
By stuff.co.nz,
Stuff (New Zealand)
| 10. 04. 2004
Public consultation begins this week on proposed guidelines covering the testing of human embryos for serious inherited genetic conditions.
The guidelines for pre-implantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) have been formulated by the National Ethics Committee on Assisted Human Reproduction (NECAHR), a statement from the Ministry of Health said today.
PGD is a procedure used to test early human embryos for serious inherited genetic conditions. It can only be used in conjunction with in-vitro fertilisation (IVF).
Public submissions will assist in preparing a final set of guidelines, which will be submitted to health minister Annette King for approval early next year.
The discussion document and proposed guidelines are being distributed to fertility clinics, district health boards, professional organisations, consumer groups, government agencies, and individuals with an interest in the subject.
As well as calling for written submissions, NECAHR is holding a series of public meetings throughout the country to hear oral submissions. These will be held in the four main centres at the end of November.
In June last year, Ms King gave approval in principle for PGD to be offered in...
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