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Question
1. What is the impact of genes in determining our futures?
2. Is there a difference between taking a family medical history and asking for the results of genetic tests? If yes, what is that difference?
3. Should an individual have complete control over his or her genetic information? If no, who should have access to or use of this genetic information?
4. Is a monozygotic twin who requests genetic testing for himself required to get the approval of his twin?
5. What ethical concerns arise from possible eugenic uses of genetic information? 6. Should the conduct of genetic research be influenced by a concern for the social good?
7. To what extent will the developments in genetics increase the gap between the haves and have-nots with respect to access to health care?
8. Are the issues raised by pharmacogenetic tests different from those raised by genetic tests concerned with the diagnosis of disease?
9. Do parents have a duty to bear only children with the best opportunities for success in life?
10. Should genetic tests be performed if no treatment for the tested disorder is available? If yes, under what circumstances? If no, are there any exceptions?
11. What are the boundaries between the treatment of genetic disorders and genetic enhancement?
12. Does the influence of genes on behavior suggest that an individual is not free to choose particular actions?
13. Are there any aspects of genetic testing that should be commercialized? Should the federal government regulate the commercialization of genetic testing?