Genes make up a core part of who we are as humans. Our individual traits come from these tiny organisms that determine our height, hair color, eye color, and so much more. These tiny instruction manuals are truly extraordinary, and it’s no wonder that so many scientists have poured years of study into how they work. Genes are fascinating, and we still have so much to learn about them. In this informative video, we’ll talk about gene therapy and what makes it an effective treatment for certain issues.
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Cell and gene therapy is a relatively recent breakthrough in the medical field, allowing scientists to replace, add on to, or disable bad genes in the body that contribute to diseases such as cancer. The scientists get these replacement genes in the body through what they call “vectors.” These are usually in the form of a virus that has been repurposed to not harm, but to heal the body. Viruses are the most common type of vector that scientists or doctors will use, but there are other options as well. To learn more about this amazing approach to health, keep watching this helpful video!
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