Asked by Pankaja Pawar on Sep 27, 2024
Dena Davis focuses on which of the following genetic disorders in formulating her argument?
A) deafness
B) Huntington's
C) Achondroplastic Dwarf syndrome
D) Down syndrome
Genetic Disorders
Medical conditions caused by abnormalities in an individual's DNA, which can be inherited or arise through mutation.
Dena Davis
An academic and bioethicist known for her work on ethics and genetics, reproductive technologies, and the concept of “genetic responsibility.”
Achondroplastic Dwarf Syndrome
A genetic disorder characterized by dwarfism due to abnormalities in the conversion of cartilage to bone, particularly in the long bones.
- Understand the moral implications associated with gene therapy and genetic counseling, focusing on the rights of children to have their futures remain undetermined.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the moral implications associated with gene therapy and genetic counseling, focusing on the rights of children to have their futures remain undetermined.