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To replace faulty genes in the cells of the body, especially where the concerned gene is functional, most used, or can replicate the genes when making new cells (such as blood cell production). There is not much point in replacing genes in every cell of the body, even where that gene not used, hardly used, or will die after a short life and not be able to spread the genes to future daughter cells.
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Why do you need gene therapy?
gene therapy is when a faulty gene is repaired or replaced
What do you do if you have the faulty gene?
If you have a faulty gene, (a gene defect) then every cell in you body has it and possibly all or some of the sex cells you produce will have it too. There is noting really at the moment you can do about this (but gene therapy is a developing science). If you know you have a gene defect, you will have been told this by a qualified medical practitioner (a doctor). You need to ask this doctor to refer you to an expert in the field relating to your condition so that you can be advised how best to live your life and so you know the risks associated with your condition to passing the problem on to your offspring.
What is the use of viruses to help people with genetic disorders?
They can cure inherited genetic diseases by taking the faulty gene out of the person's DNA, and replacing the faulty gene with a healthy gene. This way the person is not only cured from the disease, but any future generations in that person's family won't be affected either, because the faulty gene will have been removed altogether.
What are biological wants?
I would expect that biological wants are the need for food, shelter, water, the need to procreate, love.
Does everyone have the CFTR gene?
I used to do a level biology and saw this question and thought I recognised it. the CFTR gene is something to do with cystic fibrosis. the simple answer is no. The CFTR gene is not in everyone. roughly 25% of the worlds population do have it though. however as it is a recessive alleule you need two genes (both parents) for it to become dominant in someone (their child) This may not be entirely correct it could be that everyone has it but some are mutated versions. I cant remember entirely. :S Chris
Why do you need gene therapy?
gene therapy is when a faulty gene is repaired or replaced
Does one deserve therapy if they create their own problems?
no. Why would someone need therapy for creating their own problems
Why is gene therapy being researched?
Because scientists want to see what they can do to help people in need of medical attention because of the hereditary diseases they may have. Gene therapy also has the potential to provide permanent cures for diseases as opposed to temporary alleviations of the symptoms or deficiencies.
Gene therapy human needs or demands?
The answer for this is quiet controvesial as we ourself have given the uncureable diseases like cancer, aids, etc. which have become the dangerous of all now when we are finding the therapy or treatment against them we are looking for gene therapy also some of the disease like deformities which can be treated by gene therapy of fetous when it is sttill in mothers womb but we did not care from where it comes it is increasing due to our own habits of bad eating and drinking so i think it is may be our need but is due to some of our demands which causes this to come
Is therapy a good decision?
if you need help. not wrong to talk to someone
Which stentist showed that plant need light to grow?
The experiment is gene Therapy who can stop suckling a babies salt
Why would one need to get Lymphedema Therapy?
One would need to get lymphedema therapy if they were diagnosed with a fluid obstruction or tissue swelling. This must be done to alleviate the obstruction and prevent infection.
Why treatment with medicines does not cure cystic fibrosis?
Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disorder. You can alleviate symptoms CAUSED by the defect but to completely cure the disease the faulty gene needs to be disrupted in ALL tissues affected by it. Realistically it can only be done effectively if gene therapy is applied when the embryo of a sufferer is still a bundle of stem cells in their mother's womb, elminating need for repeat gene therapy after birth.
Why doesn't gene therapy cure cystic fibrosis?
Although a normal gene is introduced into a patient's surface cells in the lung, these cells are not the ones that need to produce the highest levels of the missing transport protein. The virus carrying the normal gene cannot reach the deep lung cells where the normal gene is most needed.
How many survivors were found after the Titanic sank?
All people need at least some form of consolation or therapy after a traumatic near death experience. Be it a simple hug, or talking about it with someone. So, I would say all 713 survivors (out of 2229) would need some form of therapy.
What education do you need for art therapy?
a master's degree in art therapy. usually your bachelor's would be in fine arts or psychology.
Does someone need oxygen therapy when he or she is on medications?
Oxygen therapy is provided to those who suffer from acute or chronic conditions such as COPD. Oxygen therapy is done in association with other medical treatment which can include other medications.
