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Current as of January 02, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
Sec. 56.5. (a) “Cloning” means the use of asexual reproduction to create or grow a human embryo from a single cell or cells of a genetically identical human.
(b) The term does not include:
(1) a treatment or procedure to enhance human reproductive capability through the manipulation of human oocytes or embryos, including the following:
(A) In vitro fertilization.
(B) Gamete intrafallopian transfer.
(C) Zygote intrafallopian transfer; or
(2) the following types of stem cell research:
(A) Adult stem cell.
(B) Fetal stem cell, as long as the biological parent has given written consent for the use of the fetal stem cells.
(C) Embryonic stem cells from lines that are permissible for use under applicable federal law.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Indiana Code Title 16. Health § 16-18-2-56.5 - last updated January 02, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/in/title-16-health/in-code-sect-16-18-2-56-5/
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