What Is the Current Status of Gene Therapy

question 12

Multiple Choice

What is the current status of gene therapy?

• A) It is currently being used effectively to cure cystic fibrosis.
• B) It has been terminated because clinical trials have shown it to be ineffective.
• C) It is being evaluated to assess the risks associated with potential side effects.
• D) The number of clinical trials is increasing at an almost uncontrollable rate.
• E) It may be considered in the future, but currently the technology is not available.

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