Genetically Engineered Humans

Is the fixing of genes to eliminate genetic disorders morally wrong? (Submitted by: poke-the-eric)

The “fix” in this question can be taken multiple ways.

If the fix is gene therapy - the insertion of genes into cells and tissues to fight a hereditary disease - then the procedure is no more morally wrong than surgery.

If the fix is the abortion of a fetus with unwanted genetic traits, then the procedure is most likely morally wrong.

If the fix is Gattaca-style genetic engineering, then the moral line is far more fuzzy. If the genetic engineering is used to ensure no life-threatening hereditary disease or debilitating genetic abnormality, then the procedure is rather moral, and life saving. However, if the purpose of the genetic engineering is to increase intelligence, athletic ability, or appearance, then the procedure is no better than steroids or other chemical enhancements.