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The commodification of human reproductive materials

D B Resnik1

  • 1East Carolina University School of Medicine, Greenville, North Carolina, USA.

Journal of Medical Ethics
|January 5, 1999
PubMed
Summary

Selling human gametes and genes is morally acceptable, but markets for embryos and genomes are not. Regulation is needed to mitigate social risks associated with reproductive material commodification.

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Area of Science:

  • Bioethics
  • Reproductive Technology Ethics
  • Human Genetics

Background:

  • The increasing commodification of human reproductive materials raises significant ethical questions.
  • Existing ethical frameworks may not adequately address the nuances of markets for gametes, genes, embryos, and genomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a moral framework for evaluating the commodification of human reproductive materials.
  • To distinguish ethically permissible markets from those that are not.

Main Methods:

  • Philosophical analysis of ethical principles.
  • Argumentation based on moral reasoning.
  • Examination of potential social consequences.

Main Results:

  • The sale and purchase of gametes (sperm and eggs) and genes are deemed morally acceptable.
  • Markets for zygotes, embryos, and genomes are considered morally unacceptable.
  • Regulation of gamete and gene markets is necessary to address adverse social consequences.

Conclusions:

  • A nuanced ethical approach is required for the commodification of human reproductive materials.
  • Distinguishing between different types of reproductive materials is crucial for ethical market development.
  • Proactive regulation can help ensure responsible innovation in reproductive technologies.
Keywords:
Analytical ApproachGenetics and ReproductionHealth Care and Public Health

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