Ethical & Social Considerations

Question 1

What is ELSI and HPG?

Answer 1

ELSI
“Ethical, legal and social implications”

HGP
“Human Genome Project”

Question 2

purpose of ELSI

Answer 2

Fair use of genetic information
Privacy and Confidentiality
Psychological impact and stigmatization
Reproductive issues
Clinical Issues
Testing Issues
Conceptual and Philosophical Implications
Health and Environmental Issues
Commercialization of Products