Gene Therapy

• • Gene therapy is the process by which normal alleles are inserted into the chromosomes of an individual who carries defective alleles (eg. those that cause a genetic disorder)
  • It is a developing technology and is not always successful
  • The process raises similar economic, social and ethical concerns to embryo screening:
  • Many people believe that gene alteration is unnatural
  • Many believe it is a good idea as it can help to alleviate suffering in people with genetic disorders