Definitions / Explanation : Active immunity & Passive immunity
When antigen is introduced to host body, the antibodies are formed. This type of immunity is known as active immunity.
Prepared antibodies which are used to save lives of people are introduced in body. This types of immunity is known as Passive immunity
In higher vertebrates, the immune system can distinguish selfcells and non-self. If this property is lost due to genetic abnormality and it attacks selfcells, then it leads to
Mention the importance of Recombinant-DNA technology in terms of Vaccination?
‘First line of defence' is known as
Colostrum, the yellowish fluid, secreted by mother during the Inittlal days of lactation is very essentlal to impart immunity to the newbom infants because it contains
An autoimmune disease is