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Repeated transfusions of genetically mod...

Repeated transfusions of genetically modified cells are required in SCID patients and in enzyme replacement theraphy because

A

Transfused cells have a limited life span

B

Introduced gene has been mutated

C

The enzyme required is degraded after 20 days of transfusion

D

Both (1) & (3)

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