The use of fresh embryos in stem cell research: ethical and policy issues.
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.stem.2008.04.002.
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Abstract
Fresh embryos resulting from in vitro fertilization, including many of poor quality, can provide sources of human embryonic stem cell lines. We consider why some donate such embryos for this research, address relevant ethical and policy issues, and present core guidelines for fresh embryo donation based on those of Canada.
Medical subject headings
- Embryo Research
- Embryonic Stem Cells
- Fertilization in Vitro