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Whole-genome sequencing for newborns.

Medium Periodical Article
Medium - part of - (Periodical Copy) (Date) Feb2025 (Volume) 37 (Number) 3
Medium (Periodical) Biological Sciences Review.
Classif 500 NEW
Subject Science and technology
Page 38 - 41
Authors Nakou, Panagiota
Contents

Whole-genome sequenciing of newborn babies brings with it ethical issues. Prenatal screening bioethics Panagiota Nakou discusses the bebfits, risks and dilemmas including issues of informed consent, privacy and familial relationships.

Keywords
Ethical dilemmas     Ethical principles     Genetic analysis     Genetic screening     Healthcare     Inheritance     Whole-genome sequencing