Propose a Regulatory Framework for Stem Cell Research based on Ethical Guideline
International Journal of Medical Toxicology and Forensic Medicine,
Vol. 5 No. 3(Summer) (2015),
12 Shahrivar 2015
,
Page 151-154
https://doi.org/10.22037/ijmtfm.v5i3(Summer).6385
Abstract
Background: Stem cell research has emerged as one of the most promising research areas in modern biomedicine. However, despite much promise the use and derivation of these cells in many countries is ethically challenging. Stem cell laws are the law, rules, and policy governance concerning the sources, research, and use of stem cells in treatment of human diseases. These laws have been the source of much controversy and vary significantly by country.
Methods: Google search was used to find information on the Web about stem cell research in world countries and Iran.
Discussion: An ethical guideline in Iran has been recently approved. In compiling this guideline the accumulated experience of the governments and Islamic laws and Persian culture and special look to human health as well as the moral status of the human embryo has been used. Some part of this guideline is licensed research can only take place on embryos created in vitro: embryos that have developed from eggs fertilized outside the body. Most embryos used in stem cell research are embryos that initially created in order to use in fertility treatment, but not used. These 'surplus' IVF embryos, if donated with the full consent of the parents, can be used for research.
Conclusion: We propose a regulatory framework based on this moral guideline one of our suggestion for regulation of stem cell research is legal medicine organization.
- Stem cell
- Ethical
- Regulatory framework
- Iran
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