IVD was formed in July 2009 and currently represents multinational companies, local distributors and Australian manufacturers of IVDs. IVD Australia is the peak body representing Australian sponsors and manufacturers of in vitro diagnostics. In vitro (literally "in glass") diagnostics (IVDs) comprise the instruments and reagents that are used to perform pathology tests requested by General Practit
ioners or specialist Physicians. These tests are generally performed in accredited Public and Private pathology laboratories across Australia, but IVDs also include over-the-counter tests such as blood glucose meters for diabetes testing or home pregnancy test kits. Supply of IVD products is regulated for the Government by the Therapeutic Goods Administration. IVD Australia represents multinational companies, local distributors and Australian manufacturers of IVDs. Our members currently supply products valued at over $800,000,000 and they employ over 2500 people across Australia. IVD Australia was formed in July 2009 as a Company Limited by Guarantee. It is a Not-for Profit company, whose sole aims are to promote the safe and effective use of IVDs within the Australia Community and to advance the interests of its members. The Constitution of IVD Australia is available here
IVD Australia undertakes its role in a number of ways;
facilitating the growth and development of the in vitro diagnostics industry in Australia by providing advocacy for the Industry, enabling access to information on in vitro diagnostics and providing education and training in respect of modern, innovative and reliable in vitro diagnostics;
undertaking active involvement in regulatory, technical, reimbursement and industry development issues;
representing the interests of Members to the Commonwealth, State and Territory; governments and legislatures, and other institutions within Australia and overseas whose activities are of interest to Members;
promoting the marketing of quality in vitro diagnostics;
encouraging the manufacture and export of Australian made in vitro diagnostics;
supporting and encouraging Australian research and development of in vitro diagnostics;
improving community awareness and understanding of the in vitro diagnostics industry;
providing a forum to discuss issues related to improving patient and clinician access to in vitro Diagnostics; and
enabling access to information and education relating to in vitro diagnostics
