With reference to the use of nano-technology in the health sector, which of the following statements is/are correct?
- Targeted drug delivery is made possible by nanotechnology.
- Nanotechnology can largely contribute to gene therapy.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
- 1 only
- 2 only
- Both 1 and 2
- Neither 1 nor 2
Explanation
Both statements are correct
- Nanotechnology enables the creation of nanoparticles that can deliver drugs directly to specific cells or tissues in the body. This minimizes side effects and improves the effectiveness of treatments, particularly in diseases like cancer, where nanoparticles can deliver chemotherapy agents directly to tumor cells.
- It can be used in gene therapy to create nanoscale carriers that transport therapeutic genes into cells. These carriers help overcome challenges such as degradation of genetic material in the bloodstream and ensuring efficient delivery into target cells.
