NEET Zoology Gene Therapy MCQ Question
What is the main purpose of gene therapy as illustrated by the example of adenosine deaminase deficiency?
To correct genetic defects by introducing missing genes.
To produce insulin chains using recombinant DNA technology.
To enhance the growth of crops through genetic modification.
To create transgenic animals that produce human proteins.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Gene therapy primarily aims to correct genetic defects by introducing the missing or faulty genes into an individual's cells, as exemplified in the context of adenosine deaminase deficiency.
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