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Ethical considerations in prenatal genomic testing.

Ruth Horn¹, Alison Hall², Anneke Lucassen³

¹Ethox Centre, University of Oxford, Old Road Campus, OX3 7LF Oxford, UK; IEHHS, University of Augsburg, Universitätsstr. 2, 86159 Augsburg, Germany.

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Prenatal genomic testing offers reproductive choices but presents complex ethical challenges. Professionals must navigate uncertain information, family implications, and timely decisions regarding pregnancy continuation.

Keywords:

Consent Ethical aspects Information Prenatal genomic testing Reproductive choice

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Genomic Medicine
Bioethics
Reproductive Health

Background:

Prenatal genomic testing is expanding, offering new insights into fetal development.
Increased genomic information raises complex ethical considerations beyond traditional screening.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore the ethical issues associated with prenatal genomic testing.
To examine the challenges in information disclosure and professional responsibilities.

Main Methods:

Ethical analysis of current practices in prenatal genomic testing.
Discussion of implications for reproductive choice and decision-making.

Main Results:

Genomic testing generates complex, uncertain information with implications for the fetus and family.
Challenges include information disclosure, access, justice, and post-pregnancy follow-up.

Conclusions:

Prenatal genomic testing necessitates careful consideration of ethical dilemmas, including information uncertainty, time pressures, and impact on women.
Addressing these challenges is crucial for responsible implementation of genomic technologies in prenatal care.