Which is an example of a germline gene therapy?
A) a transgenic plant or animal
B) a bone marrow transplant
C) a disabled cold virus that delivers genes to airway epithelium to treat cystic fibrosis
D) removing skin cells, genetically altering them, and replacing them
E) receiving cord blood stem cells from a donor

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Germline gene therapy involves altering genes in the germ cells (sperm, eggs, or embryos) so that the changes are heritable. A transgenic plant or animal involves altering the germline to introduce new traits, making it an example of germline gene therapy.

Which Is an Example of a Germline Gene Therapy