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Published on: August 13, 2026
Which of the following is commonly used as a vector for introducing a DNA fragment in human lymphocytes?
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In gene therapy, retroviruses are commonly used as vectors to introduce a normal gene into human lymphocytes. They can integrate their genetic material into the host cell's DNA, making them useful for transferring therapeutic genes.
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