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The desire to have offspring of a specific sex has a long history, which has become more prominent with the introduction of assisted reproduction techniques. However, the ethical implications of embryo selection raise concerns. A couple’s preference for the sex of their child may also be influenced by their cultural beliefs regarding the differences in raising male and female children. Although various methods have been proposed for selecting sex-specific sperm, they have limitations. In addition, there are health-related reasons for selecting the sex of a child, such as the avoidance of sex-linked diseases. When the disease is X-linked, determining the sex of the embryo becomes necessary to prevent the transmission of an affected embryo. To determine the gender of the baby, researchers have developed a new technique for separating sperm carrying the female X chromosome from those carrying the male Y chromosome. This technique will help many parents, but it might face negative societal consequences.
Scientists Develop New Sex Selection Technique