Which of the following describes an “in vivo” gene therapy approach?
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Correct answer: Genetic material is delivered directly into the patient’s body
In vivo gene therapy delivers the therapeutic genetic material directly into the patient's body to transduce target cells in place, unlike ex vivo approaches that modify cells outside the body first.
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