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GENE THERAPY
THE STATE OF THE ART
Dr. Abdel Aziz El Bayoumi
Professor of Genetics
Dr. Khalid Al Ali
Lecturer of Genetics
Department of Biological Sciences
University of Qatar, Doha
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5. TARGET CELLS
5.1 In Vivo Gene Therapy
In this type the genetic material is transferd to cells located within the recipient host.
This is also termed the direct method of gene transfer. This type of gene therapy is
suitable for genetic defects that affect blood cells. All blood cells are derived from stem
cells in the bone marrow. These cells can be isolated, cultured in vitro and then
reintroduced in vivo to the patient.
Figure 8 : Types of gene therapy |
