ivf

Question 1

what is ivf

Answer 1

ivf is a method of assited fertalisation that invloves the combination of an egg and sperm in a test tube.

Question 2

what is the process of ivf

Answer 2

1. an egg and sperm are combined in vitro (a test tube)
2. once embryos are formed, usually two to four of them are transferred to a womens uterous fo implantation
3. it is hoped that once embryos are planted they will grow into a mature fetus and a baby being formed.

Question 3

advantages of ivf

Answer 3

• used ot help coples who cannot conceive naturally.
• can be used to create an embryo with specific qualities

Question 4

ethical considerations

Answer 4

1. defining initiation of life ethically
   - ivf usually produces more mebryos than need so is it ethical to dispose of those extra embryos?
2. turning children into commodities
   - ivf turns children and child bearing into a commodity to be sold
3. should ivf be offered to older women