CAIE A Level Biology 9700 · Genetic technology

Genetic technology: discuss question

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An inherited eye disease, such as Leber congenital amaurosis, is caused by a mutation in a single gene. Gene therapy has been developed as a potential treatment. Discuss the use of gene therapy for inherited eye diseases, including its advantages and the social and ethical considerations that arise.

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