American Embryo Transfer Association Information

The American Embryo Transfer Association (AETA), representing organizations engaged in the commercial practice of embryo transfer, recognizes its responsibilty and obligation to establish performance standards for the embryo transfer industry in order to enhance the public image of the industry and to ensure the accuracy and completeness of all records pertaining to the parentage of the resulting offspring. The AETA Certification Program established in 1985, is a voluntary program and is not contigent upon membership in the AETA. In order to be eligible for certification, every ETB (Embryo Transfer Business) must have employed at each business location, no less than one practicioner who holds either (1) a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine(DVM) or equivalent degree, or (2) a Ph. D. with emphasis in animal reproductive physiology. This individual must have passed the AETA Certification Exam. He/she have the necessary euipment available, and the knowledge to properly collect, freeze and thaw embryos. The objective and purpose of the AETA Certification Program is to establish and maintain standards within the industry in order to produce quality bovine performance and results for the producer. The AETA Certification Program is approved by the USDA/APHIS, and AETA works closely with USDA/APHIS to qualify and meet specific protocols for export of U.S. bovine embryos to foreign markets.