Thursday, December 12, 2013

Words of caution!

Be careful when targeting these genes, some of them are "wild genes", meaning that they could be leading to the activation of many more genes. As we discussed, handle these with care because you will not be able to control their side effects....Other genes are just critical to so many functions ie. the ELK-1 gene.  You may use it for pro-apotosis, but it is a gene that, once knocked down, can lead to Alzheimer dementia and many more neurologic disturbances.  So read carefully before targeting these genes.  Some could lead to seizures or sudden Neurologic dysfunction, so pick and choose carefully and be prepared to handle Neurologic or cardiac complications...and always start with Phase I as per standard....Indeed you are in the belly of the beast, tread carefully!

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