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involves altering genes to treat or prevent diseases

Gene therapy is a medical technique that involves altering the genes inside a person's cells to treat or prevent disease. This can be done by replacing a faulty gene with a healthy one, inactivating a malfunctioning gene, or introducing a new gene to help fight a disease. It holds promise for treating a range of conditions, including genetic disorders, some types of cancer, and certain viral infections.

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• genetic engineering
• CRISPR
• gene editing
• somatic gene therapy
• germline gene therapy
• Genetic Engineering
• Gene Editing
• Somatic Gene Therapy
• Germline Gene Therapy
• Targeted Therapies