Human reproduction (Oxford, England)
Taskforce 9: the application of preimplantation genetic diagnosis for human leukocyte antigen typing of embryos
Abstract
This 9th statement of the ESHRE Taskforce on Ethics and Law considers ethical questions and specific dilemmas concerning preimplantation genetic diagnosis for human leukocyte antigen typing of embryos. This application is particularly complex because the interests of the sick child needing a transplantation should be balanced against the interests of the future donor child who may result from the technique. It is concluded that, if parents intend to love the child, the creation and use as a donor is not inherently disrespectful.
Source and rights
Published by Human reproduction (Oxford, England), 2005. The guideline itself is at the source linked here.
Prognia summarises this guideline for reference and education. It is not medical advice. Always check the official guideline and current local protocols before acting on it.
At a glance
- Published
- 2005
- Applies to
- 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
- Scope
- National
- Journal
- Human reproduction (Oxford, England)
- PubMed
- 15705626
- Added to Prognia
- 23 July 2026




