Immunity: Types, Components and Characteristics of Acquired Immunity! Definition: Immunity is the ability of the body to protect against all types of foreign bodies like bacteria, virus, toxic substances, etc. which enter the body. Immunity is also called disease resistance. The lack of immunity is known as susceptibility. The science dealing with the various phenomena of immunity, induced sensitivity and [...]
Read this article to learn about the production and uses of monoclonal antibodies! Production: 1. A mouse is injected with a specific antigen that will induce antibodies against that antigen. 2. The spleen of the mouse is removed and a suspension is made. The suspension includes В cells that produce antibodies against the injected antigen. 3. The spleen cells are [...]
Some of the major effects of drug abuse are: 1. Nervousness and Psychosis 2. AIDS and Hepatitis 3. Misuse of Drugs by Certain Sports Persons 4. Impotency, Chromosomal Aberrations and Production of Abnormal Babies 5. Effects on Kidneys 6. Victims of various diseases 7. Hormonal Changes 8. Effect on Family 9. Effect on Society! 1. Nervousness and Psychosis: Prolonged use [...]