Biotechnological Application In Medicine
Chapter Name : Biotechnology And Its Applications |
Sub Topic Code : 103_12_12_02_02 |
Topic Name : Biotechnological Application In Medicine |
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Sub Topic Name : Gene Therapy |
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Introduction
Gene therapy is the use of DNA as a pharmaceutical agent to treat disease.
Pre-Requisites:
Gene
Real Life Question:
When did genetically modified insulin come into existence?
Key Words / FlashCards
| Key Words | Definitions (pref. in our own words) |
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| Gene | A gene is a molecular unit of heredity of a living organism. |
Learning aids / Gadgets
| Gadgets | How it can be used |
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Real life uses :
Gene therapy helps in treating genetic diseases.
Places to visit :
Local pharmacy
Practical examples around us
| Examples | Explainations |
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What you learn in Theory:
Gene therapy is the use of DNA as a pharmaceutical agent to treat disease.
What you learn in Practice:
Gene therapy helps in treating genetic diseases.