UK Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority

The UK Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (HFEA) is a government-regulated body that oversees fertility treatments and research involving human eggs, sperm, and embryos. Its role is to ensure these services are safe, ethical, and conducted within legal guidelines. The HFEA licenses clinics, keeps a national register of treatments, and provides information to patients. It also sets standards for practices like IVF and genetic testing, protecting individuals and ensuring responsible use of reproductive technologies. Overall, the HFEA helps ensure that fertility procedures are safe, ethical, and accessible.