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Write the function of adenosine deaminase enzyme. State the cause of ADA deficiency in humans. Mention a possible permanent cure for a ADA deficiency patient.

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Adenosine deaminase enzyme is responsible for the proper functioning of the immune system. ADA deficiency is caused by deletion of gene for adenosine deaminase. A possible permanent cure would be gene therapy, if it is detected at early embryonic stage.
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