Noninvasive prenatal genetic testing (NIPT) is an advance in the detection of fetal
chromosomal aneuploidies that analyzes cell-free fetal DNA in the blood of a pregnant …

Purpose We performed a systematic review of the ethical, social, and cultural issues
associated with delivery of genetic services in low-and middle-income countries (LMICs) …

An essential guide to this major contemporary issue, Consanguinity in Context is a uniquely
comprehensive account of intra-familial marriage. Detailed information on past and present …

Introduction: Prenatal screening for Down syndrome (DS) is a routine part of prenatal care in
many countries, and there is growing interest in the choices women make following a …

Recognizing the heterogeneity of the Asian population with regards to acculturation,
education, health awareness, and cultural values is vital for tailoring culturally sensitive and …

Abstract Background/Aims: Tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) is an autosomal dominant
disorder caused by mutations in the TSC1 and TSC2 genes. Previous studies have …

There are positive views towards use of science and technology in all Asian countries, and
positive views towards use of enhancement in China, India and Thailand. After considering …

The ethical issues arising in relation to genetic testing and screening in developing
countries cannot be readily compartmentalized according to these principles, because the …

The Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) is the first new human
rights treaty of the 21st century. China was an early supporter of the CRPD and became East …

China has had a one-child family policy since 1979 and a National Family Planning Law
since 2002. This paper presents analysis of comments from members of the general public …