{"_id":"672265e3f809463c0a046b2a","title":"{\"ops\":[{\"attributes\":{\"color\":\"#000000\",\"background\":\"transparent\"},\"insert\":\"What rulings exist regarding the permissibility for couples to have children through medically assisted means such as surrogacy and in vitro fertilization? \"}]}","question":"{\"ops\":[{\"attributes\":{\"background\":\"transparent\",\"color\":\"#000000\"},\"insert\":\"What rulings exist regarding the permissibility for couples to have children through medically assisted means such as surrogacy and in vitro fertilization? How do said rulings apply to in vitro gametogenesis, where an embryo is created and fertilized using only stem cells? I am a biomedical researcher and would like to understand the bioethics surrounding the related medical technology. \"}]}","answer":"{\"ops\":[{\"attributes\":{\"background\":\"transparent\"},\"insert\":\"Under specific conditions, in vitro fertilization (IVF) is permitted in Islam. These conditions include:\"},{\"insert\":\"\\n\"},{\"attributes\":{\"background\":\"transparent\"},\"insert\":\"The use of the husband's and wife's own sperm and egg, without involving any donor eggs or sperm.\"},{\"attributes\":{\"list\":\"ordered\"},\"insert\":\"\\n\"},{\"attributes\":{\"background\":\"transparent\"},\"insert\":\"The exclusion of any third-party involvement as a surrogate mother.\"},{\"attributes\":{\"list\":\"ordered\"},\"insert\":\"\\n\"},{\"attributes\":{\"background\":\"transparent\"},\"insert\":\"The couple must be unable to conceive naturally.\"},{\"attributes\":{\"list\":\"ordered\"},\"insert\":\"\\n\"},{\"insert\":\"\\n\"},{\"attributes\":{\"background\":\"transparent\"},\"insert\":\"In vitro gametogenesis (IVG), a developing field that aims to produce human gametes in a laboratory, presents significant scientific and ethical challenges, particularly from an Islamic perspective. Islam places a strong emphasis on the dignity and ethical treatment of both humans and animals. Ethical concerns arise regarding the dignity and manipulation of human life through IVG. Islam recognizes the sanctity of life and teaches that our bodies are not our property but are entrusted to us, with inherent rights over us. Furthermore, Islam stresses the ethical treatment of animals, acknowledging their creation for human benefit while emphasizing responsible and ethical treatment.\"},{\"insert\":\"\\n\\n\"},{\"attributes\":{\"background\":\"transparent\"},\"insert\":\"Islamic teachings emphasize that humans do not have unlimited freedom to do as they please with their bodies, animals, or the natural world. Additionally, Islam places great importance on preserving lineage and parentage. Hence, practices like surrogate motherhood, sperm banks, and milk banks are not permitted as they can pose challenges in establishing parental identity and lineage. Therefore, the ethical implications of IVG should be carefully considered in line with these principles and teachings.\"},{\"insert\":\"\\n\\n\"},{\"attributes\":{\"background\":\"transparent\"},\"insert\":\"Furthermore, the long-term consequences of reproductive technologies, including their impact on individuals, society, family structures, social norms, and the understanding of parenthood and kinship, are significant concerns that require thorough examination. Given the serious ethical concerns raised by IVG, Muslims should be advised to abstain from contributing to this field of research.\"},{\"insert\":\"\\n\\n\"}]}","tags":[{"_id":"672265e3f809463c0a046b1f","tag":"In Vitro Fertilization","count":2},{"_id":"672265e3f809463c0a046b22","tag":"In Vitro Gametogenesis","count":1},{"_id":"672265e3f809463c0a046b25","tag":"Biomedical Engineer","count":1},{"_id":"672265e3f809463c0a046b28","tag":"Medical Research","count":1}],"createdOn":"2024-10-30T16:59:15.317Z"}