Challenging ethical issues are raised by new advances and emerging technologies in genetic research. These issues incorporate genetic uniqueness, privacy and discrimination, customized medicine, intellectual property and genetic testing. Investigating these complex issues emphasizes the need to modify ethical guidelines and direct ethics committees about the benefits and ethical apprehension of contemporary genetic research. This review gives an outlook of some major aspects of ethical concerns in human genetics.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- ABSTRACT
- INTRODUCTION
- MAJOR ETHICAL AND SOCIAL ISSUES IN MEDICAL GENETICS
- HANDLING OF GENETIC COUNSELLING AND ETHICAL CONCERNS
- GENETIC TESTING AND ETHICAL OBLIGATIONS
- RE-CONTACT PRACTICE
- SEX SELECTION OF KIDS
- PRENATAL DIAGNOSIS
- TERMINATION OF PREGNANCY AND ETHICAL PRINCIPLES
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This review article aims to provide a comprehensive overview of ethical and social concerns arising from advancements in human genetics research. It explores the implications of genetic uniqueness, privacy, discrimination, personalized medicine, intellectual property, and genetic testing on ethical guidelines and the need for modification in ethical practices within the field.
- Ethical implications of genetic research and its applications
- Balancing benefits and risks of genetic technologies
- Navigating complex ethical issues related to genetic testing and counselling
- Ethical responsibilities in handling genetic information and its implications for families
- The role of ethical guidelines in shaping the future of human genetics
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- ABSTRACT: This section provides a concise overview of the article's focus on ethical concerns arising from advancements in human genetics research.
- INTRODUCTION: This chapter introduces the concept of ethics and its relevance to medical genetics, highlighting the interdisciplinary nature of bioethics. It emphasizes the importance of ethical considerations in various aspects of genetic research, healthcare, and public health.
- MAJOR ETHICAL AND SOCIAL ISSUES IN MEDICAL GENETICS: This chapter outlines the key ethical and social concerns in medical genetics, including access to healthcare, counselling, testing, and privacy issues related to genetic information.
- HANDLING OF GENETIC COUNSELLING AND ETHICAL CONCERNS: This chapter focuses on the importance of genetic counselling in ensuring informed decision-making and navigating ethical challenges related to genetic testing and information disclosure.
- GENETIC TESTING AND ETHICAL OBLIGATIONS: This chapter discusses the ethical implications of genetic testing, emphasizing the shared nature of genetic information within families and the ethical responsibilities involved in revealing genetic information to individuals and their relatives.
- RE-CONTACT PRACTICE: This chapter explores the ethical and social obligations related to re-contacting individuals or families after genetic testing, considering the importance of informing them about new developments and advancements in the field.
- SEX SELECTION OF KIDS: This chapter addresses the ethical issues surrounding pre-birth sex determination and its implications for societal values and family planning.
- PRENATAL DIAGNOSIS: This chapter discusses the ethical considerations surrounding prenatal diagnosis, emphasizing the importance of providing comprehensive counselling and ensuring informed decision-making by couples.
- TERMINATION OF PREGNANCY AND ETHICAL PRINCIPLES: This chapter examines the ethical principles surrounding termination of pregnancies with abnormal fetuses, recognizing the complex issues related to abortion and the need for a nuanced approach to ethical decision-making.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The main focus topics of this review article include: ethical concerns, human genetics, medical genetics, genetic testing, genetic counselling, privacy, discrimination, personalized medicine, intellectual property, ethical guidelines, bioethics, and ethical principles.
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- Dr Shakeel Abid (Author), 2024, Human Genetics. Ethical and Social Concerns, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.hausarbeiten.de/document/1488361
