Gene Therapy Approaches

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There are several different technologies used to alter the genetic make-up of an organism. Some are already approved for clinical use, while others are still in the research phase.

This video by the American Society for Gene + Cell Therapy describes the following techniques:

  • gene addition
  • RNA therapy
  • gene silencing
  • hybrid gene-cell therapy
  • gene editing

You can check the ASGCT's website for updates to this information.

ASGCT Gene Therapy 101: Gene Therapy Approaches

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