Multiple choice

Which of the following gene-therapy vectors preferentially infects nerve cells?

  1. Adeno-associated virus

  2. Herpes viruses

  3. Retroviruses

  4. Adenoviruses

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Herpes viruses preferentially infects nerve cells, and therefore are attractive vectors to treat disorders that are expressed in neurons.