How does genetic therapy differ from traditional methods of treating a disease? a. It targets the effects of the disease b. In some cases, it fixes the genetic code itself c. It reverses the damage done to the body d. It replaces the need for organ transplant

How does genetic therapy differ from traditional methods of treating a disease? a. It targets the effects of the disease b. In some cases, it fixes the genetic code itself c. It reverses the damage done to the body d. It replaces the need for organ transplant

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How does genetic therapy differ from traditional methods of treating a disease?

a. It targets the effects of the disease

b. In some cases, it fixes the genetic code itself

c. It reverses the damage done to the body

d. It replaces the need for organ transplant

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