Gene Therapy for Inherited Blindness

Which part of the eye is responsible for processing light and is affected by the inherited blindness discussed in the video?

• Cornea

• Lens

• Retina

• Optic Nerve

What is identified as the underlying cause of vision loss in patients like Sam?

• A bacterial infection

• A genetic defect

• Exposure to harmful chemicals

• Age-related macular degeneration

Before developing a gene therapy for inherited blindness, what crucial step do doctors need to perform?

• Conduct a physical eye exam

• Analyze the patient's DNA sequences to find a specific gene mutation

• Prescribe eyeglasses or contact lenses

• Recommend dietary changes

How does the experimental gene therapy described in the video aim to prevent further vision loss?

• By surgically repairing damaged eye tissues

• By administering medication to reduce inflammation

• By delivering a healthy copy of the affected gene to the retinas

• By using laser treatment to correct vision