Matchmaking and Genetic Testing
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Question
Hello,rnPlease, if possible, forward the question to the esteemed Rabbi Frid,rnrnThe mother of my son's match approached me because she wants them to undergo genetic testing after consulting with a medical institute.rnrnI would like to note that my son already informed the match about the medical information during the first month.rnrnAt her request:rn1. Two brothers have been diagnosed with autism,rnand it is required: genetic blood test for both, including the matched son.rnWhich is very difficult for both brothers to undergo a blood test.rnrn2. He has an eye disease, keratoconus,rnshe requests that he undergo a test for this. rnAfter checking with his doctor, he was informed that for a genetic test, all brothers (8 brothers in the family, including him) need to be tested as well.rnrnI am very concerned for my son,rnthey have known each other for 3 monthsrnrnAnd really need urgent advice on what to do, whether to proceed and ask all brothers to undergo eye tests, and even though I fear that for the 2 brothers with autism there will be resistance to undergo a blood test?
Answer
Peace and blessings
According to the instructions of the Gaon, Rabbi A. Frid, shlita:
A. It is not possible to force someone to undergo a genetic test; only those who agree will do it.
B. Today, through artificial insemination, it is possible, with God's help, to check and arrange everything.