5.6 Vaccination Flashcards
1
Q
What is the purpose of vaccination?
A
To provide protection for individuals and populations against disease.
2
Q
What are the two types of immunity?
A
- passive immunity
- active immunity
3
Q
What is passive immunity?
A
Introducing antibodies into individuals from an outside source.
4
Q
What are the characteristics of passive immunity?
A
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5
Q
What is active immunity?
A
Stimulating the production of antibodies by the individuals’ own immunity.
6
Q
What are the characteristics of active immunity?
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