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Question
The genetic defect adenosine deaminase deficiency may be cured permanently by ____________.
Options
Enzyme replacement therapy
Periodic infusion of genetically engineered lymphocytes having ADA cDNA
Administering adenosine deaminase activators
Introducing bone marrow cells producing ADA into embryo at an early stage of development
Solution
The genetic defect adenosine deaminase deficiency may be cured permanently by Introducing bone marrow cells producing ADA into embryo at an early stage of development.
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