There Is a Fear That Preconception Genetic Testing May Lead

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Short Answer

There is a fear that preconception genetic testing may lead to "designer babies." What historical practice comes to mind regarding the production of such babies?

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Definitions:

Fossa Ovalis

A depression in the atrial septum of the heart, marking the location of the foramen ovale in the fetal heart.

Stress

A physical, chemical, or emotional factor that causes bodily or mental tension and may be a factor in disease causation.

Fetal Development

The process of development and growth of a fetus inside the womb from conception to birth.

Oxytocin

A hormone produced by the hypothalamus and released by the pituitary gland, playing roles in childbirth, lactation, and social bonding.