Question

what are two major concerns for using stem cells reproductively?

Answer 1

Using stem cells for reproduction involves a lot of ethical concerns such as-

1. Consent from gamete donor- This issue arises from the fact that gamete or sperm or oocyte donors are used to create frozen embryo who do not participate any further in assisted reproduction or childrearing. Sometimes gamete(sperm) donors who are willing to help women and couples bear children may object to the use of their genetic materials for embryonic research. Thus there should be a specific consent for stem cell research from both embryo and gamete donors.

2. Confidentiality- Without confidentiality, major issues can arise such as unwanted publicity or even harassment by opponents of embryonic human stem cell research. For this, the computer storing these data should not be connected to the Internet.

Sometimes payment option for the donors also serve as a major ethical issue, For example, it is said that it may induce women to undertake excessive risks, particularly poorly educated women who have limited options for employment,