Question

"Discuss the methods which are used for gene transfer in animals?" What do you understand by this question? How should I answer this question?

Answer 1

for transferring genes their are several methods i am giving few examples here-
1)Gene Gun
2)Using vectors
3)Direct DNA injection etc

Answer 2

@anoop27 thanks but how do I tackle this question? just elaborate on the steps or give the advantages etc..

Answer 3

starting from gene gun-
Gene gun. It was developed originally for transformation of plant cells, but in animal system it is also being used for delivery of genes into tissues such as liver, skin, mammary glands and muscle.-

Answer 4

Okay. Thanks.

Answer 5

i am giving you a link having much information about gene transfer
http://www.eplantscience.com/botanical_biotechnology_biology_chemistry/genetics/genetic_engineering_and_biotechnology_gene_transfer_methods_and_transgenic_organisms/gene_transfer_transfection_methods_in_animals.php