NEETZoologyHuman Health and Diseases
What type of immunity is generated when microbes are deliberately injected during immunization?
Options
- APassive immunity
- BActive immunity
- CCell-mediated immunity
- DHumoral immune response
Correct answer
B. Active immunity
Step-by-step solution
Active immunity is generated when microbes are deliberately injected during immunization or when infectious organisms gain access into the body during natural infection. It is slow and takes time to give its full effective response.Active immunity is slow and takes time to give its full effective response when a host is exposed to antigens.Passive immunity is the term used for the process of injecting ready-made antibodies to protect the body against foreign agents.Colostrum is the yellowish fluid secreted by the m