Liver cells are infected with retrovirus containing normal gene for the receptor for the treatment of:
Correct answer: C. Hypercholesterolemia
- A. SCIDS
- B. Cystic fibrosis
- C. Hypercholesterolemia
- D. Cardiovascular disorder
Explanation
In this gene therapy, liver cells are infected with a retrovirus carrying the normal LDL receptor gene. This helps remove excess LDL cholesterol from the blood
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