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IVF can prevent genetic disorders from being passed to offspring, here's how

Diseases such as hemoglobinopathies, thalassemia and certain types of muscular dystrophies can now be effectively eradicated through meticulous genetic screening. However, an ethical dilemma of ‘designer babies’ lurks on the horizon. Experts dissect

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Can In vitro fertilisation (IVF) technology be used to avoid passing genetic disorders to one's children? Medical science says yes. With the advent of advanced fertility technology, couples are now empowered to make informed choices about embryo implantation, significantly lowering the risk of passing on genetic disorders.

In recent years, IVF has revolutionised reproductive medicine by offering parents the chance to provide their children with better life prospects. Experts reveal that through sophisticated techniques, potential parents can screen embryos for chromosomal abnormalities and hereditary conditions before implantation.

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