One Technique of Gene Therapy That Is Currently Being Investigated

question 71

Multiple Choice

One technique of gene therapy that is currently being investigated and developed is to

• A) use genetically altered virus cells to "infect" disordered cells with healthy genes.
• B) use a long, thin needle to insert healthy genes into the amniotic sac during the woman's pregnancy.
• C) use gene transplants after the infant is born to replace the problematic genes.
• D) treat the mother with megadoses of vitamins during her pregnancy.

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