CAIE A Level Biology 9700 · Genetic technology
A 35-year-old woman seeks genetic screening for Huntington's disease because her father developed the condition at age 50. She and her partner are considering having children. Huntington's disease is a dominant genetic disorder with late onset and no cure. Discuss the advantages and ethical concerns of genetic screening for Huntington's disease in this context.
4 marks, so the mark scheme is looking for about 4 separate creditworthy points. Making the same point twice in different words earns it once.
Discuss means: Set out the points on more than one side and weigh them up. Cover both sides, then finish with a judgement that follows from what you wrote.
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