Nanotechnology in healthcare
Question
With reference to the use of nanotechnology in health sector, which of the following statements is/are correct?
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
- 1.
Targeted drug delivery is made possible by nanotechnology.
- 2.
Nanotechnology can largely contribute to gene therapy.
Options
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
Explanation
Both statements are correct. Nanotechnology enables targeted drug delivery by using nanoparticles to deliver medications directly to specific cells or tissues, minimizing side effects. Nanoparticles can also be engineered to carry genetic material for gene therapy applications, making targeted gene delivery possible at the cellular level. These are well-established applications of nanotechnology in the medical field. Nanorobots and nanostructures offer unprecedented precision in medical treatment. > Nanotech enables both drug targeting and genetic engineering at cellular scales. Answer: (c).
Question details
Year
2015
Paper
GS Paper 1
Question
Q23
Subject
Science & Technology
Sub-topic
Biomedical applications of nanotechnology
Type
Statement-based
Difficulty
Medium
Nature
Static
Source hint
Science & Technology - Nanotechnology applications
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