Biology 9700 · AS & A Level · Genetic technology applied to medicine

Genetic technology applied to medicine — practice question

Many couples who cannot conceive naturally are treated by fertilisation (IVF).
(a)[2]

Describe the process and location of fertilisation during IVF.

(b)[2]

The embryos produced by IVF are placed into the mother’s uterus. This may happen after 3 days or after 5 days. Suggest one advantage and one disadvantage of transferring the embryos after 5 days instead of after 3 days.

(c(i))[3]

With reference to Fig. 5.1, explain why transferring a single top-quality embryo is now regarded as the best way to maximise the chance of a successful pregnancy.

(c(ii))[1]

State one ethical implication linked to transferring a single top-quality embryo in IVF.

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