Unit 6: Human Reproduction & Ethics

<p>The disposal of unused embryos (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Recording embryonic development stages (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>IVF typically involves synthetic hormones to stimulate ovulation. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Producing and transporting gametes and developing offspring (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To improve treatment success rates (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Prostate gland (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Systematic analysis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>IVF occurs outside the body while natural conception occurs inside (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Manipulation of genetic traits (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fertilization of eggs and development of embryos (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Endometrium (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Potential side effects for the parent or child (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Financial status can limit access to reproductive technologies (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Blocked or damaged fallopian tubes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sperm and eggs meet in a laboratory environment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The potential for unused embryos (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Creation of embryos outside the woman's body (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Exercise habits (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>When natural conception is impossible due to anatomical blocks (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Eggs are retrieved from the ovaries for fertilization (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>IVF enables fertilization despite certain physical barriers. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>High costs limiting access to wealthier individuals (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>IVF allows for genetic screening before implantation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The ethical implications of freezing, donating, or discarding them (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ethical implications of genetic selection (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>IVF supports diverse family structures, including single parents and same-sex couples (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Emotional and physical risks are present during the IVF process (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The ethical considerations of genetic selection (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>People undergoing IVF often experience a wide range of emotional effects and bodily responses (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The process of combining an egg and sperm outside of the body to create an embryo, which is then implanted into a woman's uterus.

The female reproductive organs, responsible for producing eggs and hormones.

The male reproductive organs, responsible for producing sperm and hormones.

The union of a sperm and egg, resulting in a fertilized egg.

The process of a fertilized egg being implanted in the uterus.

The ethical considerations surrounding reproductive technologies, such as IVF, genetic modifications, and surrogacy.

Reproductive technologies have impacted genetic diversity by allowing individuals to choose specific traits, potentially reducing the diversity of the gene pool.

Reproductive technologies provide alternatives to natural reproduction for individuals facing infertility, allowing them to have biological children.

The natural process where an egg is fertilized by sperm in the fallopian tubes.

The ability of an egg and sperm to meet and combine successfully to create an embryo.

When a couple has difficulty getting pregnant through natural methods.

The female reproductive organ where eggs are produced.

Tubes that transport eggs from the ovaries to the uterus.

The ethical considerations and potential dilemmas surrounding medical advancements like IVF.

The process of creating a person, involving the merging of a sperm and egg.

A reproductive technology which allows individuals to prevent passing on genetic diseases to their offspring. Parents can test embryos for genetic disorders before they are implanted.

IVF raises concerns about potential discrimination against individuals with genetic variations, as it enables parents to choose embryos with desirable traits. This can lead to a society where some individuals are considered 'undesirable'.

The use of IVF can lead to the creation of unused embryos. This raises ethical questions about whether to freeze, donate, or discard these embryos.

IVF enables diverse family structures, including single parents and same-sex couples, challenging traditional family norms that often revolve around a heterosexual married couple.

IVF can be a physically and emotionally demanding process for individuals undergoing it. It involves hormone injections, multiple procedures, and potential emotional stress from the uncertainty of the process.

IVF is often expensive, limiting access to wealthier individuals while those of lower income may be excluded. This raises concerns about healthcare inequality, as it gives preferential access based on financial status.

By allowing individuals to have children who might not have been able to otherwise, IVF can impact the social and economic landscape by influencing population trends and the age at which people start families.

A set of interrelated parts that work together to achieve a common goal.

IVF (In Vitro Fertilization) is a process where egg and sperm are combined in a laboratory setting to create an embryo, which is then implanted in the woman's uterus. It involves hormonal stimulation of the woman's ovaries to induce ovulation, retrieval of the eggs from the ovaries, fertilization of the eggs by sperm, and implantation of the resulting embryos into the uterus.

Natural reproduction involves the union of egg and sperm inside the woman's fallopian tube, leading to fertilization and the development of an embryo which travels to the uterus for implantation. This process relies on natural hormonal cycles and timing of sexual intercourse.

The main difference between IVF and natural reproduction is that IVF bypasses the need for sexual intercourse and the natural processes of egg release and travel through the fallopian tubes. In IVF, these steps are controlled and managed in a laboratory setting.

One ethical consideration surrounding IVF is the potential for embryos to be discarded, which raises questions about the moral status of embryos and whether they have the same rights as a human being.

Another ethical concern is the use of genetic screening in IVF, which can be used to select embryos based on certain traits or to avoid genetic diseases. This raises questions about the potential for designer babies and the implications for genetic diversity.

IVF is a complex and expensive process with potential risks and complications for both the woman and the embryo. It's important to weigh the benefits and risks carefully before making a decision about IVF.

IVF is not a guaranteed solution for infertility, and the success rates of IVF vary widely depending on factors such as age, underlying fertility issues and individual circumstances.

The development of IVF has raised important questions about the ethics of reproductive technologies and the potential for changing the human gene pool through genetic manipulation. It's crucial to have open discussions about the potential consequences of these technologies for society as a whole.