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What type of immunity produces antibodies?
specific immunity
Why aren't vaccines done annually?
The purpose of a vaccine is to build the body's immunity to the specific disease. It is expected that you will acquire immunity after a certain number of shots. As long as you maintain your immunity for that specific virus, you will not need another shot. I have to get a measles shot every year, because for some reason I do not retain my immunity.
What are the two components of specific immunity?
Humoral Immunity- acquired immunity in which the role of circulating antibodies is predominant. Natural Immunity- the resistance of the normal animal to infection
What kind of immunity depends upon the production of disease specific antibodies to destroy harmful bacteria?
humoral immunity
What type of immunity provides lifetime protection for the body against a specific pathogen?
Active immunity
Process of immunity?
The process of immunity is to produce specific antibodies that bind to antigens on the surface of pathogens. =]
What is major difference between specfic and non specfic immunity?
Specific immunity follows a non-specific response. The major difference between specific and non-specific is the ability to remember pathogenic antigens. Specific immunity results in the production of memory cells which upon reinfection are used to effectivly remove the pathogen Non-specific cannot do this
Are vaccinations examples of natural passive immunity?
No, vaccinations are examples of artificial passive immunity. Natural passive immunity is passed from mother to infant either through breastmilk, or while the fetus is in utero with the transfer of antibodies from the mother through the placenta.
What are some examples of responsibility?
CURRYAnswer:It is humoral immunity, and cell-mediated immunity.
A type of immunity that defends against specific pathogens and gradually builds up resistance to it?
It is an acquired immunity
What immunity depends upon the production of disease-specific antibodies to destroy harmful bacteria.?
humoral immunity
What are 2 examples of nonspecific immunity and how do they work?
tears and mucus
