How Does a Scientist Get the Corrected Version of a Gene

question 20

Multiple Choice

How does a scientist get the corrected version of a gene into the cells of a gene therapy patient?

• A)It is delivered with a modified virus.
• B)It is directly injected with a microscopic hypodermic needle.
• C)It is attached to a food molecule, such as glucose and is then ingested by the individual.
• D)It is attached to the surface of microscopic beads and is then shot into the individual (i.e., shotgun method).

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