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The genetic defect-Adenosine Deaminase d...

The genetic defect-Adenosine Deaminase deficiency may be cured permanently by

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periodic infusion of genetically engineered lymphocytes having functional ADA C-DNA

B

administering adenosine deaminase activators

C

introducing bone marrow cells producing ADA into cells at early embryonic stages

D

enzyme replacement therapy

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