Inherited Disorders and Variation Flashcards

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What is embryonic screening?

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An embryo is analysed for genetic disorders

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What are the points against embryo screening?

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  • Implies that people with genetic disorders are undesirable

- Expensive

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What are the points for embryo screening?

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  • It will stop people from suffering

- Treating disorders costs the Government money

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What two things cause variation?

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Environment and genetics

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