The Experimental Technique for Directly Changing a Person's Genes to Prevent

question 22

Multiple Choice

The experimental technique for directly changing a person's genes to prevent or treat disease is known as:

• A)genetic cloning.
• B)vector therapy.
• C)gene therapy.
• D)somatic cell therapy.

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Definitions:

Autonomic Responses

Involuntary reactions of the autonomic nervous system to stimuli, including changes in heart rate, respiration, and digestion.

Lie-detector Test

A procedure that attempts to determine if a person is telling the truth by measuring physiological responses such as blood pressure, pulse, and sweating.

Anger Diary

A self-help tool for identifying and understanding patterns and triggers of anger, used to develop strategies for managing anger responses.

Physiological Variables

Biological measurements that can change in response to internal and external conditions, such as heart rate, blood pressure, and hormone levels.