Asked by Kameryn Batton on Sep 23, 2024
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Julian Savulescu argues that society has a moral obligation not to allow tests for non-disease genes (if they become available) to be used in making reproductive decisions.
Non-Disease Genes
Genes that do not directly cause diseases but may influence an individual's risk factors or traits that are not considered pathological.
Reproductive Decisions
Choices and judgements made by individuals or couples regarding childbirth, the use of reproductive technologies, and other matters concerning reproduction.
Moral Obligation
A duty or commitment to act in ways considered ethical and right, often irrespective of legal obligations.
- Understand the ethical arguments regarding the use of genetic information in reproductive decisions.
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Gagan ghuman4 days ago
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Explanation :
Julian Savulescu argues that society has a moral obligation to allow tests for non-disease genes to be used in reproductive decisions, as long as they do not harm others or infringe on basic human rights.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the ethical arguments regarding the use of genetic information in reproductive decisions.