ACTIVE AND PASSIVE IMMUNITY

Question 1

What os active immunity

Answer 1

The stimulation of a persons immune system to produce antibodies

Question 2

Example of natural active immunity

Answer 2

Infection

Question 3

Example of artificial active immunity

Answer 3

Vaccination

Question 4

What is passive immunity

Answer 4

Introduction of antibodies from an outside source

Question 5

Example of natural passive immunity

Answer 5

Foetus’ immunity via placenta or breast milk

Question 6

Example of artificial passive immunity

Answer 6

mAbs

Question 7

Advantages of active immunity

Answer 7

Memory cells are formed as the immune system is activated
Longer lasting effects

Question 8

Disadvantages of active immunity

Answer 8

Immunity takes time to develop
Individuals may experience negative side effects

Question 9

Advantages of passive immunity

Answer 9

No direct contact with pathogens
Faster response to pathogen

Question 10

Disadvantages of passive immunity

Answer 10

Short term as antibodies are broken down once used
No memory cekls
No lasting immunity (requires reintroduction