Ethical Issues in Genetic Testing

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Updated: 2023.08.30

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Ethical Issues in Genetic Testing

유전자 검사의 윤리적 문제

Articles

New Prenatal Genetic Screens Pose Underappreciated Ethical Dilemmas

Videos

ACOG Explains: Prenatal Genetic Testing The Controversial Future of Genetic Testing

Discussion Questions

In your own words, please briefly summarize the article.

여러분의 언어로 교재를 간단히 요약해 주세요.

What part of the reading resonated with you most?

이번 교재에서 가장 공감하는 내용은 무엇인가요?

Have you ever heard of the concept of preimplantation genetic testing? Explain.

착상 전 유전자 검사라는 개념에 대해 들어본 적이 있나요?

What are your thoughts on genetic testing more generally?

유전자 검사에 대해 어떻게 생각하시나요?

Do you see more benefits or drawbacks regarding preimplantation genetic testing? Why?

착상 전 유전자 검사에 대해 더 많은 장점과 단점이 있다고 생각하세요? 그 이유는 무엇인가요?

The passage highlights the idea of "genetic superiority" being used historically to support forced sterilizations. How can we ensure that genetic testing doesn't lead us down a similar path?

교재에서 역사적으로 강제 불임 수술을 지지하기 위해 '유전적 우월성'이라는 개념이 사용되었다는 점을 강조합니다. 유전자 검사가 비슷한 길을 걷지 않도록 하려면 어떻게 해야 할까요?

Imagine you were a parent faced with the option of preimplantation genetic testing. What factors would you consider?

여러분이 착상 전 유전자 검사라는 선택지에 직면한 부모라고 상상해 보세요. 어떤 요소를 고려하시겠습니까?

How can society strike a balance between medical advancements and preserving individual autonomy?

사회가 의학 발전과 개인의 자율성 보존 사이에서 어떻게 균형을 잡을 수 있을까요?

Given the complexity of the ethical issues surrounding genetic testing, do you believe there's a universal "right" answer, or is the answer more context-dependent based on individual beliefs and cultural norms?

유전자 검사를 둘러싼 윤리적 문제의 복잡성을 고려할 때, 보편적인 '정답'이 있다고 생각하시나요, 아니면 개인의 신념과 문화적 규범에 따라 상황에 따라 달라질 수 있다고 생각하시나요?

Q10

If you have a question or questions that you'd like to discuss during your class, please write them down.

궁금한 점이 있거나 수업 중에 얘기해 보고 싶은 질문이 있으면 적어주세요.

Expressions

conceive

to become pregnant, to form or develop an idea, thought, or plan in one's mind

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Marry is unable to conceive.

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After months of brainstorming, they finally conceived a groundbreaking concept for the product.

viable

usable or capable of working

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This isn’t really a viable solution for our current situation.

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The most viable option for you moving forward is to resign immediately.

manipulate

control or influence a person or situation cleverly or unfairly

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I never truly loved him; he manipulated me into marrying him.

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The car wasn’t working, but it seems to be running fine after he carefully manipulated the engine.

unchecked

not controlled or restrained; allowed to continue without interference

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The spread of the virus remained unchecked due to a lack of proper measures.

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Inflation can have serious consequences if left unchecked by economic policies.

arbitrary

based on random choice or personal whim, rather than any reason or system.

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The decision to fire him was arbitrary and unfair.

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The teacher's grading system seemed arbitrary and was confusing to the students.

precedent

an earlier event or action that serves as an example or guide for future similar cases

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The court's decision set a precedent for future copyright infringement cases.

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The company cited a precedent where a similar contract was nullified due to misrepresentation.

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