MDCAT Biology MCQ #1171

In gene therapy, what is the goal of using viral vectors?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #1171

  1. Question 1

    Q1. In gene therapy, what is the goal of using viral vectors?

    • A) To deliver healthy copies of a gene to cells
    • B) To induce an immune response
    • C) To diagnose genetic disorders
    • D) To produce recombinant proteins

    Answer: To deliver healthy copies of a gene to cells

    Explanation: Viral vectors deliver therapeutic genes to cells; they don't primarily induce immunity, diagnose disorders, or produce proteins.