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First fruits: genetic screening.

Kathleen Nolan

    The Hastings Center Report
    |July 1, 1992
    PubMed
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    Critics question modern obstetric practices, especially increased prenatal genetic testing, due to its potential to alter the pregnancy experience. This paper advocates for national standards for introducing and funding new genetic tests in prenatal care.

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    Area of Science:

    • Obstetrics and Gynecology
    • Medical Ethics
    • Genetics

    Background:

    • Modern obstetric practices face criticism regarding increased diagnostic surveillance.
    • Concerns exist about the impact of enhanced prenatal genetic testing on the pregnancy experience.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the implications of increased prenatal genetic testing.
    • To address the need for standardized criteria for new genetic tests in prenatal care.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review and critical analysis of current obstetric and genetic testing practices.
    • Examination of ethical considerations surrounding prenatal genetic screening.

    Main Results:

    • Increased diagnostic surveillance can significantly alter the character and mood of pregnancy.
    • Current practices lack standardized criteria for the introduction and funding of new genetic tests.

    Conclusions:

    • There is a critical need for national standards to guide the implementation and funding of new genetic tests.
    • Careful consideration of the impact on the pregnancy experience is essential when integrating new genetic technologies.
    Keywords:
    Genetics and ReproductionHuman Genome Project

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