During an amniocentesis, some of the amniotic fluid which surrounds the baby and contains the baby's cells is removed and the cells are examined for chromosome abnormalities. Women say the waiting time for results produces much anxiety since they are becoming more attached to the developing fetus. Amniocentesis is performed later in pregnancy than a CVS so this adds more anxiety as the fetus is felt moving, etc. The sequencing of the genome would enable greater understanding and recognition of disease genes. This knowledge could lead to improved treatment, diagnosis, and possible therapy of human diseases.
Some potential problems deal with legal, social, and ethical issues.
Genetic discrimination could occur especially in dealing with health insurance agencies and employers. Additionally, mandatory screening for certain diseases may lead to issues involving individual rights versus social burden involved in caring for diseased individuals. See handout given in class of applications of biotechnology. Seminiferous tubules, epididymis, vas deferens, ejaculatory duct, prostate gland, urethra 8. In tubal ligation, the oviducts are cut, and sealed off so that the egg cannot be met by sperm and fertilized.