Approximately one in 5000 humans either have a mitochondrial DNA disorder or are at risk for developing such a disorder.What future approach involving nuclear transplantation might be available to treat mtDNA- based human disorders?
A)mitochondrial suppression
B)mitochondrial activation
C)mitochondrial replacement therapy
D)nuclear disintegration
E)nuclear activation

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Mitochondrial replacement therapy involves transferring nuclear DNA from the affected cell to a donated egg cell that has healthy mitochondria. This can help prevent the transmission of mitochondrial DNA disorders to future generations. This approach has already been used successfully in some cases and is being researched further as a potential treatment option for mtDNA-based human disorders.

Approximately One in 5000 Humans Either Have a Mitochondrial DNA