Practice - Viral Delivery Systems (Viral Vectors)
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Practice Questions
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What is a viral vector?
💡 Hint: Think about how viruses naturally infect cells.
Name one type of viral vector.
💡 Hint: Consider which types can integrate into DNA.
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What is the primary function of viral vectors?
💡 Hint: Consider why we need them in gene therapy.
True or False: Adenoviruses integrate into the host genome.
💡 Hint: Recall the key characteristics of adenoviruses.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a hypothetical gene therapy using a viral vector to treat a specific condition. Justify your choice of vector.
💡 Hint: Consider conditions needing stable gene expression.
Evaluate the ethical considerations involved in using viral vectors for gene therapy in human trials.
💡 Hint: Think about patient safety and informed consent.
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