Ethics of Reproduction

Question 1

What is the UK independant regulator for overseeing the use of gametes and embryos in fertility treatment and research?

Answer 1

Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority

Question 2

What is the criteria for preimplantation tissue typing?

Answer 2

Treatment of existing child affected by serious life-threatening condition

Question 3

What is the criteria for sex selection?

Answer 3

Permitted where serious medical condition linked to gender

Question 4

What is the criteria for creation of an embryo with two genetic mothers?

Answer 4

To treat serious mitochondrial diseases

Question 5

List areas considered by assisted reproduction regulations

Answer 5

Discrimination
Confidentiality
Welfare of child
Informed consent
Safe and secure environment and equipment

Question 6

Everyone has the right to procreate. True/ False?

Answer 6

False

You cannot discriminate, everyone has the right to seek help but not everyone will meet NHS criteria

Question 7

Give examples of situations where treatment may be refused

Answer 7

Reduced success rate e.g. older females
Welfare of child e.g. drug abuse, alcohol
Increased risk of harm e.g. obesity, smoking
Illegal

Question 8

What age must a female be at the time of treatment to be considered for IVF?

Answer 8

<40 years old

Question 9

What period must a couple have unexplained infertility to be considered for IVF?

Answer 9

2 years

Question 10

How many cycles of IVF are funded by the NHS if criteria is met?

Answer 10

3 cycles

Question 11

What is the maximum week of gestation in which an abortion can be legally carried out?

Answer 11

24 weeks (unless severely handicapped/ significant maternal risk)