Hybrid Technology Effectively Silences Disease-Causing Genes in Immune Cells - Technology Networks

A DNA/RNA hybrid molecule is able to enter lymphocytes and effectively silence disease-causing genes, suggesting it could be used as a therapeutic for autoimmune disorders.

T and B lymphocytes, which are part of a group of immune cells commonly called white blood cells, work together to eliminate foreign invaders in the body such as viruses. However, certain diseases ca… [+3326 chars]

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