Gene Therapy Discussion Post

answer the following discussion questions in 200-300 words Use APA Format

How does DNA play a role in inheritance?

Give an example of a dominant and recessive genetic disorder.

Give an example of an X- and Y- linked disorder.

How can genetics help to predict diseases?

What role does a genetic counselor play in helping families with known genetic diseases?

What disease(s) is gene therapy currently being tested on?

Has gene therapy been approved in the United States?

If gene therapy has been approved in the US, what is it being used to treat?

If gene therapy has not been approved in the US, why not?

What are some of the safety issues associated with gene therapy?

Do you believe that gene therapy is ethical? Why or why not?