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A Couple Is Aware That a Genetic Condition Frequently Occurs

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A couple is aware that a genetic condition frequently occurs in their families.They wish to have children without this condition,but do not want to know if they themselves have the gene for this late-developing illness.What are this couple's options for in vitro fertilization?


A) An embryo that does not have the genotype could be implanted.
B) The couple could request that they not be told if any of the embryos not implanted had the genotype of concern.
C) They could have multiple embryos placed during in vitro fertilization and hope that the one without the specific genotype is strongest and therefore implants.
D) They could have in vitro fertilization with donor eggs and sperm without the genotype.
E) No options exist for this situation with today's technology.

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