Most of the ethical discussions related to genome editing center around human germline editing. This is because changes made in the germline would be passed down to future generations.
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Due to the possibility of off-target effects (edits in the wrong place) and mosaicism (when some cells carry the edit but others do not) of genome editing, safety is of primary concern.
A. 对
B. 错
Some researchers and bioethicists are concerned that any genome editing, even for therapeutic uses, will start us on a slippery slope to using it for non-therapeutic and enhancement purposes, which many view as controversial.
A. 对
B. 错
It is concerned that the use of genome editing for reproductive purposes will be regulated differently in different countries leading to international unfairness.
A. 对
B. 错
Some people worry that it is impossible to obtain informed consent for germline therapy because the patients affected by the edits are the embryo and future generations.
A. 对
B. 错