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Fertility Glossary

Consent to treatment

Your written agreement to the treatment you will receive.

UK regulation & HFEA

Licensed clinics must obtain written consent for specific activities before treatment and give information and the offer of counselling.

Also known as: treatment consent

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Last reviewed: 23 September 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only — always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.

Related terms

Informed consent

Agreeing to treatment after understanding its purpose, risks and alternatives.

Consent to storage

Written agreement for eggs, sperm or embryos to be frozen and stored.

Withdrawal of consent

Changing or cancelling consent you have given.

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