Question
Why is the introduction of genetically engineered lymphocytes into an ADA deficiency patient not a permanent cure? Suggest a possible permanent cure.
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Answer
Lymphocytes not immortal/short lived, hence patient requires periodic infusion of such genetically engineered lymphocytes, however if a gene producing ADA is isolated from marrow cells, and introduced into the cells at early embryonic stages it could be a permanent cure.
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