10 Questions
Why must antibodies be injected rather than taken orally to treat meningitis?
Antibodies are too large to be absorbed through the digestive system
What is the main reason that passive immunity does not provide long-term protection against diseases like meningitis?
Passive immunity does not stimulate the body's own immune response
What is the main advantage of passive immunity compared to active immunity?
Passive immunity provides faster protection against disease
How does passive immunity differ from active immunity in terms of the body's immune response?
Passive immunity provides temporary protection by introducing antibodies, while active immunity provides long-term protection
What is the primary purpose of using passive immunity to treat meningitis?
To quickly neutralize the meningitis infection and prevent its spread
Which of the following best explains why passive immunity does not provide long-term protection against diseases?
Passive immunity does not trigger the body's own immune system to produce memory cells
How does the mechanism of passive immunity differ from that of active immunity in terms of the body's immune response?
Passive immunity provides temporary protection by introducing antibodies, while active immunity leads to long-term protection
Why is it important that passive immunity does not provide long-term protection against diseases like meningitis?
It allows the body to develop its own active immunity over time
What is the primary advantage of using passive immunity to treat meningitis compared to using active immunity?
Passive immunity provides faster protection against the infection
How does the duration of protection differ between passive immunity and active immunity for diseases like meningitis?
Passive immunity provides temporary protection, while active immunity is long-term
Test your knowledge on pathogens, their transmission methods, and the body's defense mechanisms against them. Questions cover indirect transmission of pathogens, mechanical barriers of the body, and white blood cell functions.
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