Chapter 17-Immunization and Immune Testing Flashcards
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Active Immunization
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Administration of antigens
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Passive Immunization
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Through the transfer of antibodies
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Active Immunization-Vaccine Safety
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Mild Toxicity, Risk of anaphylactic shock, Residual virulence from attenuated viruses
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Passive Immunotherapy
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Administration of antiserum that contains preformed antibodies, Antisera have several limitations, Allergic reactions, Short time protection
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Serology
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The determination of the presence of specific antigens or antibodies in blood serum
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Agglutination
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Results from the cross-linking of antibodies with particulate antigens
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Point-of-Care Testing
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Simple immunoassays that give results in minutes
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Two artificial methods of immunity
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Active and Passive Immunization
