Question

page(s) 162 - 164 8.5. compare and contrast the inheritance of recessive, dominant, and sex - linked genetic disorders. watch the animation on gene therapy, and then determine whether the statement below is true or false. if an individuals genetic disorder is successfully treated by gene therapy, the patients offspring are also protected. true false

Explanation:

Gene therapy typically targets somatic cells. Changes in somatic cells are not passed on to offspring. Only changes in germ - line cells (sperm and egg) would affect offspring. So, successful gene therapy in an individual does not protect their offspring from the same genetic disorder.

Answer:

False