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Technological advances in Assisted Reproductive Technology

On Behalf of | Oct 15, 2024 | Assisted Reproduction

Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) has advanced dramatically in recent years. It gives new hope to people who struggle with fertility. In Minnesota, these new technologies offer more options and better success rates for having children.

New ART methods

Doctors now use preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) to screen embryos before implantation. This method increases pregnancy success and lowers the risk of genetic disorders. PGT helps people with a history of genetic conditions or repeated pregnancy loss.

Time-lapse imaging is another new technique. It watches embryos develop constantly. This method helps doctors choose the best embryos for transfer, improving success rates.

Minnesota laws on ART

Minnesota law does not cover ART specifically, like in vitro fertilization (IVF) or surrogacy. However, there are rules for establishing parentage in different situations.

  • Unmarried parents can use a Recognition of Parentage form to acknowledge parentage. This creates a court order that establishes parentage in most cases.
  • The law also covers cases where a married woman has a child with another man. The husband can join the Recognition of Parentage to acknowledge the other man as the biological father.
  • A Recognition of Parentage does not automatically set custody or parenting time rights. Separate legal actions determine these rights.
  • Parents can revoke or vacate a Recognition of Parentage under certain conditions and time limits. The law also allows for paternity determination actions in some cases.

These laws apply to many ART cases, but complex situations like surrogacy may require specific legal guidance. Consider consulting a lawyer with experience navigating ART and parentage issues to help you make informed choices about your future.

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