Regulating Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis in the United States: The Limits of Unlimited Selection

by Michelle Bayefsky, Bruce Jennings, B. Jennings

Book Overview

Reproductive technology allows us to test embryos' genes before deciding whether to transfer them to a woman's uterus. Embryo selection raises many ethical questions but is virtually unregulated in the United States. This comprehensive study considers the ethical, medical, political, and economic aspects of developing appropriate regulation.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1137515430
• ISBN13: 9781137515438
• Release Date: January 2015
• Publisher: Palgrave Pivot
• Length: 113 Pages
• Weight: 0.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.5" x 8.5"