vaccination Flashcards

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1
Q

Why are booster vaccinations sometimes needed

A

To produce larger populations of memory cells and higher antibody levels

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2
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Give examples of vaccinations and durations of immunity

A

Measles/polio = lifelong; tetanus = 5-10 years (boosters needed)

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