title: [Genetic engineering].
abstract: This paper deals with the progress made in genetic engineering techniques, capable of altering the genetic potential of an organism, either by the introduction or the suppression of new structural genes. Some of the general applications are described as are also, more particularly, their uses in the field of medicine. A critical analysis of the benefits and risks involved is also undertaken.
authors.affiliation: Departamento de Microbiologia, Universidade de São Paulo, Brasil.
authors.forename: J A
authors.initials: JA
authors.lastname: Candeias
mesh_terms: D000911:Antibodies, Monoclonal / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003001:Cloning, Molecular; D004274:DNA, Recombinant; D005818:Genetic Engineering / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans
chemical_list: D000911:Antibodies, Monoclonal; D004274:DNA, Recombinant
vernacular_title: A engenharia genética.