A woman who carries the retinoblastoma gene (abbreviated as “Rb”) did exactly this. She chose to get the embryo that did not carry the Rb gene implanted into her womb so she may have the baby.

On the one hand, some activist groups are claiming destruction of embryos that had a right to life. On the other hand, those with family history of devastating genetic predispositions are happy to have a choice. Those who are parents of children born with cancer or other genetic challenges could perhaps empathize with this woman’s choice.

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Choosing to Carry Only Retinoblastoma-Free Babies