Re: How can recombinant DNA technology be used to cure Hemophilia?

Date: Mon Aug 9 18:40:55 1999
Posted By: Bryan Grieg Fry, Ph.D. student (Biochemistry), Centre for Drug Design & Development
Area of science: Molecular Biology
ID: 932352219.Mb

Message:


Sorry, I have been very ill and unable to finish this question.  
Recombinant factor X is used in the treatment of hemophilia.  It is not a 
cure but rather treatment.  Factor X infusions must be made on a regular 
basis.

Cheers,
Bryan

Australian Venom & Toxin Database http://www.uq.edu.au/~ddbfry/index.html

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