Despite the Promise of Gene Therapy Treating Disease,there Were Two

question 7

Multiple Choice

Despite the promise of gene therapy treating disease,there were two major setbacks to clinical trials.This setbacks brought to light the disadvantages of using retroviral vectors for gene therapy,which include_______ .

• A)the unknown response of a patient to the retroviral vector
• B)controlled insertion of the therapeutic gene in the host genome
• C)certain viral vectors do not insert in important genes of the host
• D)the viral vector will not impact the host

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Definitions:

Genetically Distinct Cells

Cells that have a unique genetic makeup, distinguishing them from other cells within an organism or between organisms.

Genetically Identical Cells

Cells that have exactly the same DNA sequence, typically arising from the division of a single cell or from cloning processes.

Intracellular Shells

Membrane-bound organelles within a cell that compartmentalize cellular processes and substances.

Interlocking Plates

Structural elements that fit together closely to provide support and resistance, often found in natural armor or engineering designs.