China asked to advise on transplants

Nation's experience with donations of human organs helps set standards

After years of working to overhaul its organ transplant system, China has been given a leading role on a new international committee that will advise health authorities worldwide on best practices in the field.

The Task Force on Donation and Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissues, officially established on Tuesday by the World Health Organization, will offer member nations policy advice and technical support on improving regulations and protecting human rights.