Extra copies of genes/chromosomes

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The discussion centers on the feasibility of preventing or repairing mutations that contribute to aging through genetic manipulation, such as adding extra copies of genes or chromosomes. Participants express skepticism about the practicality of this approach, questioning the understanding of aging at a cellular level. One contributor reveals a personal fear of death linked to traumatic experiences, prompting a desire to sequence cells to observe mutations. However, another participant points out that the conversation lacks scientific grounding and suggests that it is not the appropriate forum for such inquiries, indicating that the discussion may be closed.
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Is it possible to make it so that all mutations that contribute to aging are prevented/and or repaired etc through adding and/or having enough copies of genes and/or chromosomes and/or through adding and/or having enough extra copies of genes and/or chromosomes etc or would that not be possible...why/why not..only answer if you are answering as accurately as possible..thanks
 
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Why do you have this fascination for aging and mutations? Do you even understand what it means on a cell-biological basis to age?
 
Im just OCD and I had some pretty traumatic stuff happen to me so I might have kind of a fear of death now
no I dnt understand aging I just want to get a cell sequenced so I can view the mutations inside it so if anyone here can sequence cells or anything please let mek now
 
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You are at the wrong place if you want to have a cell sequenced. This discussion has no scientific basis and will be closed.
 

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