Domanda del libro di testo
Self-replicating DNA for transmitting a gene from one organism to another.
a. Antisense
b. Clone
c. Library
d. Southern blot
e. Vector
837
views
Ch. 9 - Biotechnology & DNA Technology
Tortora14th EditionMicrobiology: An IntroductionISBN: 9780138200398
Non è quello che usi tu?Cambia libro di testoScegli un libro di testo diverso
TOC.tableOfContents
- Ch. 1 - The Microbial World and You18
- Ch. 2 - Chemical Principles20
- Ch. 3 - Observing Microorganisms Through a Microscope18
- Ch. 7 - The Control of Microbial Growth20
- Ch. 9 - Biotechnology & DNA Technology20
- Ch. 10 - Classification of Microorganisms15
- Ch. 11 - The Prokaryotes: Domains Bacteria and Archaea14
- Ch. 12 - The Eukaryotes: Fungi, Algae, Protozoa, and Helminths17
- Ch. 13 - Viruses, Viroids, and Prions20
- Ch. 14 - Principles of Disease and Epidemiology21
- Ch. 15 - Microbial Mechanisms of Pathogenicity19
- Ch. 16 - Innate Immunity: Nonspecific Defenses of the Host20
- Ch. 17 - Adaptive Immunity: Specific Defenses of the Host20
- Ch. 18 - Practical Applications of Immunology20
- Ch. 19 - Disorders Associated with the Immune System19
- Ch. 20 - Antimicrobial Drugs19
- Ch. 21 - Microbial Diseases of the Skin and Eyes21
- Ch. 22 - Microbial Diseases of the Nervous System19
- Ch. 23 - Microbial Diseases of the Cardiovascular and Lymphatic Systems20
- Ch. 24 - Microbial Diseases of the Respiratory System20
- Ch. 25 - Microbial Diseases of the Digestive System20
- Ch. 26 - Microbial Diseases of the Urinary and Reproductive Systems19
- Ch. 27 - Environmental Microbiology20
- Ch. 28 - Applied and Industrial Microbiology19
Tortora14th EditionMicrobiology: An IntroductionISBN: 9780138200398Non è quello che usi tu?Cambia libro di testo
Capitolo 5, Problema 10
This virus family, normally associated with AIDS, may be useful for gene therapy.
Guida verificata passo dopo passo1
Identify the virus family commonly associated with AIDS. This family is known for its role in the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), which causes AIDS.
Recall that this virus family belongs to the Retroviridae family, characterized by their ability to reverse transcribe their RNA genome into DNA.
Understand that retroviruses have been studied extensively for their ability to integrate genetic material into host cells, making them useful vectors in gene therapy.
Recognize that the specific genus within Retroviridae often used in gene therapy is the lentivirus genus, which includes HIV.
Conclude that the virus family associated with AIDS and useful in gene therapy is the Retroviridae family, particularly lentiviruses.
Risposta video verificata per un problema simile:
Questa soluzione video è stata consigliata dai nostri tutor come utile per risolvere questo problema.
Durata del video:
1mConcetti chiave
Ecco i concetti essenziali che devi comprendere per rispondere correttamente alla domanda.
Retroviridae Family
The Retroviridae family consists of RNA viruses that use reverse transcriptase to convert their RNA into DNA inside host cells. This family includes the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), which is primarily associated with AIDS. Understanding this family is crucial because their unique replication mechanism allows integration into the host genome.
Video consigliato:
02:30
Introduction to DNA-Based Technology
HIV and AIDS
HIV is a retrovirus that causes AIDS by attacking the immune system, specifically CD4+ T cells. It is the most well-known member of the Retroviridae family. Knowledge of HIV’s biology and pathology helps explain why this virus family is significant in both disease and therapeutic contexts.
Video consigliato:
03:26Microbiome Makes Nutrients & Aids in Host Digestion
Gene Therapy Using Retroviruses
Retroviruses, including HIV-derived vectors, are used in gene therapy because they can stably integrate therapeutic genes into the host genome. Modified retroviruses are engineered to be replication-deficient, making them useful tools for delivering genes to target cells safely. This application leverages their natural integration ability without causing disease.
Video consigliato:
04:42Horizontal Gene Transfer