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In detail, describe the role played by DNA and RNA in genetic diseases. What are the breakthroughs, if any, in the treatment/management of genetic diseases?

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Genetic diseases are diseases caused by abnormality in a person's genetic material. DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) contains the genetic information for a living organism, such as humans. It also contains instructions on how to construct other components of human cells like RNA (ribonucleic acid) and proteins. DNA ...

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