Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

29. Heredity

Gene Therapy

Anatomy & Physiology

29. Heredity

Gene Therapy

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Which of the following statements is correct about gene therapy?

Gene therapy permanently alters the DNA of all future generations.

Gene therapy is primarily used to enhance athletic performance.

Gene therapy is only applicable to bacterial infections.

Gene therapy involves altering the genetic material of a person's cells to treat or prevent disease.

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Understand the concept of gene therapy: Gene therapy is a technique that involves modifying or manipulating the genetic material within a person's cells to treat or prevent disease.

Clarify the scope of gene therapy: It is primarily used to address genetic disorders, certain types of cancer, and some viral infections, rather than enhancing athletic performance or treating bacterial infections.

Recognize the limitations of gene therapy: Gene therapy does not permanently alter the DNA of all future generations. It typically targets somatic cells, which do not pass genetic changes to offspring.

Identify the correct statement: The statement that accurately describes gene therapy is that it involves altering the genetic material of a person's cells to treat or prevent disease.

Reflect on the implications: Consider how gene therapy can offer potential treatments for diseases that currently have limited options, and the ethical considerations involved in its application.