Practice question
Question
The vaccine against polio viruses is an example of:
Explanation
Polio vaccines both OPV and IPV stimulate host immune system to produce memory cells and neutralizing antibodies against poliovirus. This active immunization requires immune response generation, unlike passive immunization involving direct transfer of ready-made immunoglobulins temporarily.
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