Cellular transport of DNA as a vehicle for genetic implants.
The ability to transfer and implant genetic material continues to have a tremendous impact on the practice of medicine. The techniques involved are constantly being redefined. Gene transfer may be able to ameliorate a number of chronic diseases and has implications in promoting the healing process. We review here the basic approaches involved in gene transfer, including cell-mediated transport, and discuss the implications related to genetic implants.
McDaniel
Larry S
LS
Departments of Surgery, Microbiology, and Medicine, University of Mississippi Medical Center, 2500 North State Street, Jackson, MS 39216, USA.
Bosarge
Joseph R
JR
D001692:Biological Transport; D018014:Gene Transfer Techniques; D015316:Genetic Therapy / Q000379:methods*; D005822:Genetic Vectors / Q000378:metabolism; D006801:Humans; D014677:Pharmaceutical Vehicles; D012680:Sensitivity and Specificity
D014677:Pharmaceutical Vehicles