syntyymävalinta
Syntyymävalinta, a Finnish term, translates to "birth selection" and refers to the process of choosing characteristics of offspring before conception or during pregnancy. This concept encompasses a range of techniques, from traditional methods of family planning to more advanced biotechnological interventions. Historically, societal norms and individual preferences played a role in family size and composition, influencing the timing and number of children.
In contemporary discussions, syntyymävalinta often brings to mind genetic technologies. Preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) allows for
The motivations behind syntyymävalinta vary. For some, it is about preventing the transmission of serious genetic