Technology that can separate X-bearing and Y-bearing sperm offers prospective parents the opportunity to choose the sex of their child. First, the sperm are dosed with a DNA-staining chemical. Because the X chromosome has slightly more DNA than the Y chromosome, it takes up more dye. When a laser beam shines on the sperm, the X-bearing sperm shine more brightly than the Y-bearing sperm.a. How might this technology be beneficial for couples that have a history of X-linked genetic disorders?b. How might this technology be misused?

Technology that can separate X-bearing and Y-bearing sperm offers prospective parents the opportunity to choose the sex of their child. First, the sperm are dosed with a DNA-staining chemical. Because the X chromosome has slightly more DNA than the Y chromosome, it takes up more dye. When a laser beam shines on the sperm, the X-bearing sperm shine more brightly than the Y-bearing sperm.a. How might this technology be beneficial for couples that have a history of X-linked genetic disorders?b. How might this technology be misused?

Human Heredity: Principles and Issues (MindTap Course List)

11th Edition

ISBN:9781305251052

Author:Michael Cummings

Publisher:Michael Cummings

Chapter16: Reproductive Technology, Genetic Testing, And Gene Therapy

Section16.5: Genetic Testing And Screening

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