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What is hemophilia A B or C?
First of all, there is no such thing as hemophilia C. Second, Type A: A mutation in the factor VIII gene. Type B: A mutation in the IX gene. Both of these genes are need to help clot the blood and close wounds(scabbing).
What is gene therapy?
Gene therapy is a method of treatment. It is specifically used to treat patients who are suffering from diseases due to defective genes. Essentially, the treatment involves researchers replacing the defective or faulty genes with a normal functioning gene. It involves: 1) Detection of gene 2)Determination & its role 3)Isolation & cloning 4)Introducing the gene by proper way. This is either germline gene therapy (done in germ cells) or somatic gene therapy (done in somatic cells).
Can anything be done to stop hemophilia?
Hemophilia is not a cold that one gets over and can recover from. It is a genetic condition resulting in either poor production of a clotting factor protein or no production at all. There are ways to stop some of the symptoms of hemophilia, like factor replacement therapy. This therapy involves injecting the missing clotting factor protein directly into the individual's veins and can be utilized in basically 3 different ways. Since the proteins break down pretty quickly, the frequency of iv infusions depends on the method of therapy. Some individuals infuse routinely (often either 3 times per week or every other day) which prevents most bleeds from occurring as well as preventing joint damage. This form of therapy is called prophylaxis. Another type of prophylaxis involves treating prior to physical activities that may cause a problem. The 3rd way replacement therapy can be used is solely treating once a problem has arisen. Another known way to stop the symptoms of hemophilia is by giving the individual a liver transplant. Since the liver has the donor's genetics and not the hemophiliac's it wil continue to produce the clotting factor proteins as normal. As far as the genetics involved with hemophilia are concerned, there is no real way to prevent this from occurring. Many cases are the result of the genetics being passed down through the family tree. In these cases, abstinence may in part prevent some cases. The problem with this scenario is that many of the females who carry the trait are unaware that they have it. Secondly, as many as 1/3 of the cases of hemophilia are thought to be the result of a random mutation. If we were to stop mutations from taking place we would be virtually stopping the evolutionary process.
What 'tools' are used in gene therapy?
Some tools used in gene therapy include viral vectors (such as adenoviruses or lentiviruses) to deliver therapeutic genes into cells, CRISPR/Cas9 technology for gene editing, and gene delivery systems like lipid nanoparticles or electroporation to physically transport genes into cells. These tools help researchers and clinicians introduce, modify, or correct genes within an individual's cells to treat genetic disorders or diseases.
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.
How could gene therapy be used to treat cancer?
With the help of Gene therapy we can replace or supress the cancer gene
Explain what human gene therapy is?
If a person is lacking a gene that causes a disorder, for example diabetes, and a gene can be inserted into cells that require the gene, this would be gene therapy. Parkinson's disease and X-linked SCID are two that are be researched.
Virus to help people with genetic disorders?
Gene Therapy
How does gene therapy help people with genetic diseases?
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What gene does hemophilia affect?
The gene that causes hemophilia is located on the X chromosome. A woman who gives birth to a child with hemophilia often has other male relatives who have hemophilia. Sometimes, a baby will be born with hemophilia when there is no known family history. This means the gene can be"hidden"( or passed down through several generations of female carriers without affecting any male members of the family) or the change in the X chromosome is new (a spontaneous mutation).
What is purpose of gene therapy?
gene therapy is used for making the dna disease free and to help the dna to take a couple to evolution.
What is hemophilia A B or C?
First of all, there is no such thing as hemophilia C. Second, Type A: A mutation in the factor VIII gene. Type B: A mutation in the IX gene. Both of these genes are need to help clot the blood and close wounds(scabbing).
What is gene therapy?
Gene therapy is a method of treatment. It is specifically used to treat patients who are suffering from diseases due to defective genes. Essentially, the treatment involves researchers replacing the defective or faulty genes with a normal functioning gene. It involves: 1) Detection of gene 2)Determination & its role 3)Isolation & cloning 4)Introducing the gene by proper way. This is either germline gene therapy (done in germ cells) or somatic gene therapy (done in somatic cells).
What uses viruses to help people with genetic disorders?
Gene therapy is designed to introduce genetic material into cells to compensate for abnormal genes, or to make a beneficial protein. If a mutated gene causes a necessary protein to be faulty or missing, gene therapy may be able to introduce a normal copy of the gene, restoring the function of the protein. Viruses are used in gene therapy as vectors that are genetically engineered to deliver the new copy of the gene by infecting the cell.
Can anything be done to stop hemophilia?
Hemophilia is not a cold that one gets over and can recover from. It is a genetic condition resulting in either poor production of a clotting factor protein or no production at all. There are ways to stop some of the symptoms of hemophilia, like factor replacement therapy. This therapy involves injecting the missing clotting factor protein directly into the individual's veins and can be utilized in basically 3 different ways. Since the proteins break down pretty quickly, the frequency of iv infusions depends on the method of therapy. Some individuals infuse routinely (often either 3 times per week or every other day) which prevents most bleeds from occurring as well as preventing joint damage. This form of therapy is called prophylaxis. Another type of prophylaxis involves treating prior to physical activities that may cause a problem. The 3rd way replacement therapy can be used is solely treating once a problem has arisen. Another known way to stop the symptoms of hemophilia is by giving the individual a liver transplant. Since the liver has the donor's genetics and not the hemophiliac's it wil continue to produce the clotting factor proteins as normal. As far as the genetics involved with hemophilia are concerned, there is no real way to prevent this from occurring. Many cases are the result of the genetics being passed down through the family tree. In these cases, abstinence may in part prevent some cases. The problem with this scenario is that many of the females who carry the trait are unaware that they have it. Secondly, as many as 1/3 of the cases of hemophilia are thought to be the result of a random mutation. If we were to stop mutations from taking place we would be virtually stopping the evolutionary process.
Why do you need gene therapy?
Gene therapy is used to treat genetic disorders by introducing healthy genes into the body to replace or compensate for abnormal or mutated genes. This can help correct the underlying genetic cause of the disease and potentially offer a long-term or permanent solution for patients. Additionally, gene therapy is being explored as a potential treatment for a range of other diseases, including cancer and viral infections, by manipulating gene expression to enhance the body's ability to fight off these conditions.
How do you treat heamophilia?
Standards of care for Hemophilia vary greatly around the world and from one doctor to another there are variations of care. Most doctors agree treatment of Hemophilia is administration of anti-hemophiliac factor. The main treatment for hemophilia is called replacement therapy. Concentrates of clotting factor VIII (for hemophilia A) or clotting factor IX (for hemophilia B) are slowly dripped in or injected into a vein. These infusions help replace the clotting factor that's missing or low.
