Which of the Following Problems Exist When Performing Human Gene

question 32

Multiple Choice

Which of the following problems exist when performing human gene therapy?

• A) The vector used to carry the gene may elicit a strong immune response,leading to rejection of the added gene.
• B) The virus vector may insert its DNA into the middle of a gene which could lead to cancer.
• C) The genes carried by the virus vector could be used to produce more viruses.
• D) All of the above.
• E) The first two are correct.

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