One technique of gene therapy that is currently being investigated and developed is to

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Using genetically altered virus cells to "infect" disordered cells with healthy genes is a current and promising technique of gene therapy that has shown success in clinical trials. The virus acts as a vector to deliver the healthy gene to the targeted cells, which then integrate it into their DNA and begin producing the missing protein.

B) Using a long, thin needle to insert healthy genes into the amniotic sac during the woman's pregnancy has been attempted in the past, but it has proven to be risky and ineffective.

C) Gene transplants after the infant is born to replace the problematic genes are not currently a common approach to gene therapy due to potential risks and limited success.

D) Treating the mother with megadoses of vitamins during her pregnancy has not been shown to be an effective treatment for genetic disorders.

One Technique of Gene Therapy That Is Currently Being Investigated