Question

Differences and similarities between active and passive immunity

Answer 1

Active Immunity
1. It is produced due to contact with pathogen or its antigen.
2. Immunity is not immediate. A time lapse occurs for its development.
3. It lasts for sufficiently long period, may be life long.
4. Antibodies are produced by the body in response to pathogen or antigen.
5. Side effects are very few.

Passive Immunity
1. It is produced due to antibodies obtained from outside
2. Immunity develops immediately.
3. It lasts for a few days
4. Antibodies are obtained from outside.
5. At times the body reacts to the introduction of antisera. It is called serum sickness.

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