My Sister’s Keeper Term Analysis

Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)

Acute myeloid leukemia is a blood and bone marrow cancer. It is the cancer that Kate’s boyfriend, Taylor, is in remission from when the two meet. Prognoses for AML can vary wildly, but… read analysis of Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)

Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia (APL)

APL is a blood and bone marrow cancer and is the type of cancer that Kate suffers from. It is a rare form of leukemia, especially among children as young as Kate, who is diagnosed… read analysis of Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia (APL)

Guardian Ad Litem

A guardian ad litem is a legally appointed guardian to a minor, but only for the span of a court case. The phrase literally translates to “guardian for the lawsuit,” reflecting the temporary nature of… read analysis of Guardian Ad Litem

Emancipation

Emancipation—in this context—is the legal process by which a minor is granted the same rights to make their own decisions as an adult. In most cases, parents are able to make major decisions on behalf… read analysis of Emancipation

In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)

In vitro fertilization is a method of conceiving a child by combining an egg and sperm in a controlled laboratory setting rather than during sexual intercourse. IVF has many benefits, such as increasing rates of… read analysis of In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)

Power of Attorney

Power of attorney is legal authorization for one individual to act on behalf of another. The two primary types of power of attorney are financial and medical. In the former case, an individual can make… read analysis of Power of Attorney