2.3 - Lentiviral and AAV Vectors
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Practice Questions
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Define what lentiviral vectors are.
💡 Hint: Think about what type of viruses they come from.
What is the main advantage of AAV vectors?
💡 Hint: Consider their integration characteristics.
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What is the main advantage of lentiviral vectors?
💡 Hint: Think about their integration capability.
True or False: AAV vectors integrate randomly into the genome.
💡 Hint: Consider how AAV operates in contrast to lentiviral vectors.
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Design a treatment plan using lentiviral vectors for a patient with a genetic disorder. What safety precautions should be considered?
💡 Hint: Think of ways to mitigate risks when integrating genes.
Considering the advances in gene therapy, discuss the future implications of AAV vectors in treating neurological diseases.
💡 Hint: Focus on therapeutic applications related to the nervous system.
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