The diagram below shows a vector being used to insert a DNA

Last updated: 4/17/2023

The diagram below shows a vector being used to insert a DNA sequence into a cell that contains a defective copy of a gene Adenovector correct gene Corrected gene Defective gene Nucleus Image courtesy of National Human Genome Research Institute This technique can sometimes be used to treat genetic diseases by altering a person s genetic material and replacing defective genes What is this technique called OA DNA fingerprinting OB gene therapy OC karyotype analysis OD genetic recombination