[introduction of functioning gene or genes into cells for the purpose of correcting an inborn genetic error, treating a disease by restoring or adding gene expression, or providing a new function to the cell; new genes may be introduced into proliferating cells in vivo (e.g., bone marrow) or in vitro (e.g., fibroblast cultures) and the modified cells transferred to the site where the gene expression is required. ( CSP )]
UMLS (NCI) C0017296 - Therapeutic or Preventive Procedure
Relation/PAR: Therapeutic Interventions
genetic manipulation