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Identification of carriers
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For indv's with family history of genetic disorders
Offered to couple b4 having bebes > to make informed decisions |
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Social & ethical issues
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Results could cause emotional stress...
False positives/negatives > decisions based on incorrect info... Results could cause genetic discrimination > from employers & life insurance companies |
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Preimplantation diagnosis (PGD)
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Embryos in IVF screened before implantation...
ADV: reduces chances of baby with a genetic disorder, avoids issues of abotion DIS: other characteristics found > potential of designer babies, false results |
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Prenatal: amnocentisis
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Sample of amniotic fluid (which includes fetal cells) analysed.
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15-16 weeks of pregnancy
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Prenatal: chronic villi sampling (CVS)
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Sample of chronic villi (attaching baby to mum - containing fetal DNA) analysed
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8-12 weeks of pregnancy
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Prenatal testing: pros
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Parents can make informed decisions: abortion, prepare for future care, medical treatment
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Prenatal testing: cons
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Increases chance of miscarriage (v small)...
False positives... Unethical to abort a fetus - murder, everyone has the right to live, discrimination etc |
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