Practice mode Immunity

What is the purpose of giving a booster dose of a vaccine?

Correct answer D. To trigger a secondary response that raises antibody levels and memory cell numbers

Explanation

A booster re-exposes the immune system to the antigen. Memory cells mount a rapid secondary response, giving higher, longer-lasting antibody levels and more memory cells.

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