Q166 / 180 · NEET 2020 (Phase 2) · Zoology

The yellowish fluid "colostrum" secreted by mammary glands of mother during the initial days of lactation has abundant antibodies (IgA) to protect the infant. This type of immunity is called as:

  • Correct answer
    A
    Passive immunity
  • B
    Active immunity
  • C
    Acquired immunity
  • D
    Autoimmunity

Solution

Immunity is said to be passive when antibodies produced in other organisms are injected into a person to counteract antigens such as snake venom. 

The yellowish fluid ‘colostrum’ secreted by the mother during the initial days of lactation is a form of natural passive immunity. It has plenty of antibodies (IgA) to protect the infant during the initial months of life. Maternal antibodies (IgG) are also transmitted through the placenta. Such an immunity is called natural passive immunity.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.

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