Donor Conception and the Search for Information: From Secrecy and Anonymity to Openness

Title
Donor Conception and the Search for Information: From Secrecy and Anonymity to Openness
Publication Date
2018-08-14
Author(s)
Allan, Sonia
( author )
OrcID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8770-6430
Email: sallan23@une.edu.au
UNE Id une-id:sallan23
Type of document
Book
Language
en
Entity Type
Publication
Publisher
Routledge, Taylor and Francis Group
Place of publication
Abingdon, United Kingdom
Edition
1
Series
Biomedical Law and Ethics Library
UNE publication id
une:1959.11/59837
Abstract

This book examines donor conception and the search for information by donor-conceived people. It details differing regulatory approaches across the globe, including those that provide for ‘open-identity’ or anonymous donation, or that take a ‘dual-track’ approach. In doing so, it identifies models regarding the recording and release of information about donors that may assist in the further development of the law, policy and associated practices. Arguments for and against donor anonymity are considered, and specifically critiqued. The study highlights contrasting reasoning and emphasis upon various interests and factors that may underpin secrecy, anonymity or openness. The book will be of value to academics, students and legal practitioners involved with this area. It is also relevant to policy makers, health practitioners and anyone with an interest in the subject.

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Citation
Donor Conception and the Search for Information: from Secrecy and Anonymity to Openness
ISBN
9781315568171
9781409446392

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