Transfection is a laboratory technique used in gene therapy and molecular biology. It introduces foreign genetic material, such as DNA or RNA, into cells, without the use of viral vectors. This process can involve various methods, including chemical agents, electroporation, and other non-vectors. It plays a crucial role in delivering genetic instructions to cells for therapeutic purposes. Cells which have been altered in this way are referred to as transfected cells.
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