Does IVF Increase Chances of Having a Boy or a Girl?

Explore how IVF affects gender selection and learn about ethical implications of choosing the sex of embryos.

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IVF (In Vitro Fertilization) does not inherently favor the conception of a boy or girl, maintaining a nearly equal chance for either gender. However, Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis (PGD) can be used during IVF to select the sex of embryos, allowing parents to choose the gender. This practice, though, is subject to ethical considerations and legal restrictions in many countries.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can IVF guarantee the gender of my baby? IVF itself does not guarantee a specific gender, but techniques like PGD can assist in sex selection.
  2. What are the ethical concerns with gender selection in IVF? Ethical concerns include potential societal impacts, gender imbalances, and the moral considerations of selecting embryos based on gender.
  3. Is Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis safe? PGD is generally considered safe, but it is subject to strict regulations and ethical scrutiny in many regions.
  4. How does IVF work for gender selection? During IVF, embryos can be genetically tested to determine their sex, allowing parents to select an embryo of a desired gender, if desired.

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