Therapeutic RNA

Therapeutic RNA refers to the use of specific RNA molecules to treat diseases by modifying how genes are expressed. These treatments can help produce or block proteins involved in illness processes. For example, scientists create synthetic RNA to instruct cells to produce missing proteins or to silence harmful ones. This approach offers targeted, precise therapy for conditions like genetic disorders, certain cancers, and viral infections. By harnessing the natural role of RNA in gene regulation, therapeutic RNA provides new possibilities for treatments that were difficult to achieve with traditional drugs.