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Biology G10: Vaccines

Genetics & Biotechnology

Vaccines

Concordian Databases for G10 Biology

Vaccines

You must check these databases as they have extensive and thorough resources you will understand:

  • Britannica School
  • Science in Context
  • Global Issues in Context
  • Opposing Viewpoints in Context

"A vaccine can confer active immunity against a specific harmful agent by stimulating the immune system to attack the agent. Once stimulated by a vaccine, the antibody-producing cells, called B lymphocytes, remain sensitized and ready to respond to the agent should it ever gain entry to the body. A vaccine may also confer passive immunity by providing antibodies or lymphocytes already made by an animal or human donor. Vaccines are usually administered by injection (parenteral administration), but some are given orally. Vaccines applied to mucosal surfaces, such as those lining the gut or nasal passages, seem to stimulate a greater antibody response and may be the most-effective route of administration" (Britannica, 2015).

Vaccines