Question

SCID, which is routinely and successfully treated using stem cell therapy, is classified as which type of disorder?

Options

• An autoimmune disorder

• A congenital immunodeficiency disorder

• A severe blood-related condition

• A degenerative neurological disorder

Answer 1

SCID (Severe Combined Immunodeficiency) belongs to the category of congenital immunodeficiency disorders — conditions present from birth that impair immune function. Stem cell therapy is routinely and successfully employed to treat such congenital immunodeficiency disorders.