Gene therapy holds promise by altering genetic material to treat diseases, offering potential cures through precise genetic modifications in patients, here are some things to know about it.
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Gene therapy is a medical technique that involves modifying or manipulating an individual's genes to treat or prevent disease.
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There are two types of therapy which are Somatic Gene Therapy and Germline Gene Therapy.
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There are three types of techniques which are Augmentation Therapy, Inhibition Therapy and Gene Editing.
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Delivery vehicles known as vectors are used to carry the genetic material into the patient's cells.
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Gene therapy is used to treat a variety of diseases, including genetic disorders, some types of cancer, and certain viral infection.
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Significant challenges include ensuring the precise targeting of the therapy, avoiding immune responses, and achieving long-lasting effects.
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Recent successes in clinical trials have also increased optimism about the potential of gene therapy to treat previously incurable diseases.