AIIMS2004Zoology-Biotechnology

AIIMS 2004 Zoology Applications of Biotechnology MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

An example of gene therapy is

A

production of injectable hepatitis B vaccine

B

production of vaccines in food crops like potatoes which can be eaten

C

introduction of gene for adenosine deaminase in persons suffering from Severe Combined Immuno-deficiency (SCID)

D

production of test tube babies by artificial insemination and implantation of fertilized eggs

Correct Answer

Option C

Detailed Explanation

On September 14, 1990 researchers at the U.S. National Institutes of Health performed the first approved gene therapy procedure.

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