Genetics and Genomics Gene Therapy
Gene therapy is the process of introducing genes into cells to treat or prevent diseases. It involves the introduction of genetic material into the cells of a patient in order to modify the expression of a gene. This can be done by replacing a faulty gene or by supplying a beneficial copy of a gene to the patient. It has potential applications in treatment of a range of diseases, including those caused by a faulty gene such as cancer, cystic fibrosis, and cardiovascular disease. Gene therapy can also be used to treat genetic disorders such as haemophilia and sickle cell anaemia. It is a relatively new field of medicine, but its potential to cure certain diseases has made it a highly researched area. It is also seen as a major breakthrough in terms of personalized medicine, as it can be tailored to an individual’s genetic make-up.
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