How does gene therapy aim to treat a genetic disorder?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. By inserting a functional copy of a gene
- Step 1: Gene therapy introduces a healthy gene to replace the effect of a faulty one.
Answer
By inserting a functional copy of a gene.
Why not the others: By removing all of a patient's DNA, Giving antibiotics and Vaccinating against the disease don't fit.
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