Adaptive Immunity: Active and Passive

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How does artificially acquired active immunity differ from naturally acquired active immunity?

  • Artificially acquired active immunity involves receiving pre-made antibodies.
  • Artificially acquired active immunity results in no immunological memory.
  • Naturally acquired active immunity requires injection of antibodies from another person or animal.
  • Naturally acquired active immunity involves exposure to a pathogen in the environment, while artificially acquired active immunity involves exposure through artificial means, such as vaccination. (correct)

Why is artificially acquired passive immunity used when there is not enough time for the body to create its own antibodies?

  • Artificially acquired passive immunity only works in conjunction with active immunity.
  • Artificially acquired passive immunity has a longer-lasting effect compared to active immunity.
  • Artificially acquired passive immunity provides immediate protection by directly introducing antibodies. (correct)
  • Artificially acquired passive immunity stimulates the body to produce antibodies faster.

Which type of immunity is conferred by the transfer of antibodies from a mother to her child through breastfeeding?

  • Artificially acquired active immunity
  • Naturally acquired active immunity
  • Naturally acquired passive immunity (correct)
  • Artificially acquired passive immunity

What is the primary difference between active and passive immunity?

<p>Active immunity involves the production of antibodies by the body, while passive immunity involves receiving pre-made antibodies. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A person receives a vaccine against measles. What type of immunity is developed as a result?

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In which scenario would artificially acquired passive immunity be most appropriate?

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Which of the following is an example of naturally acquired active immunity?

<p>Developing immunity after contracting chickenpox (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of immunological memory?

<p>It allows for a faster and more robust immune response upon subsequent encounters with the same pathogen. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Monoclonal antibodies are associated with which type of immunity?

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How does the polio vaccine work to provide immunity?

<p>By introducing an inactivated form of the polio virus, stimulating the body to produce its own antibodies (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Adaptive Immunity

Specific immunity that creates immunological memory to pathogens.

Active Immunity

Immunity gained by producing antibodies after exposure to an antigen.

Naturally Acquired Active Immunity

Immunity gained through environmental exposure, triggering an immune response and immunological memory.

Artificially Acquired Active Immunity

Immunity gained through vaccination, stimulating antibody production and long-term immunological memory.

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Passive Immunity

Short-term immunity gained by receiving pre-made antibodies, rather than producing them.

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Naturally Acquired Passive Immunity

Temporary immunity gained through breast milk or maternal antibodies.

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Artificially Acquired Passive Immunity

Short-term immunity gained by receiving antibodies from another person or animal via serum or blood plasma.

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Monoclonal Antibodies

Antibodies obtained from a person or animal, used for artificially acquired passive immunity.

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Study Notes

  • Adaptive immunity is specific and creates immunological memory to pathogens
  • Immunological memory is acquired through four different ways, categorized into active and passive processes

Active Immunity

  • Involves the body creating its own antibodies against a pathogen
  • Includes naturally acquired and artificially acquired immunity

Naturally Acquired Active Immunity

  • Occurs when the body encounters a pathogen in the environment and mounts an immune response
  • Results in the creation of antibodies and immunological memory against the specific infection

Artificially Acquired Active Immunity

  • Involves exposure to a pathogen through artificial means, such as vaccination
  • The body creates antibodies against the pathogen, leading to immunological memory
  • Example: Polio vaccine exposes individuals to an inactivated form of the virus, enabling the body to create antibodies and prevent the disease

Passive Immunity

  • Involves receiving pre-made antibodies rather than creating them
  • Includes naturally acquired and artificially acquired immunity
  • Natural sources mean it is coming from environmental/bodily sources

Naturally Acquired Passive Immunity

  • Involves receiving antibodies through breast milk or maternal antibodies
  • Maternal antibodies help protect infants who cannot mount their own immunological defenses

Artificially Acquired Passive Immunity

  • Involves receiving antibodies produced in another person or animal via blood plasma or serum
  • Used when there is not enough time for the body to create its own antibodies
  • Example: Post-prophylactic injection of antibodies for suspected rabies contraction to fight off the infection
  • Monoclonal antibodies are obtained from a person or animal

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