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What type of immunity results from transfer of antibodies from one individual to a susceptible individual by means of injection?

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Artificially acquired passive immunity

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Artificially acquired passive immunity :

  • It is a momentary immunization by the infusion of antibodies.
  • It naturally occurs during pregnancy, In this process certain antibodies are passed from the maternal into the fetal circulation system.
  • Antibodies were first used to treat infection in the late nineteenth century as the field of bacteriology was developing.
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