The following statements are true about DPT vaccine except

The following statements are true about DPT vaccine except –

A. Aluminium salt has an adjuvant effect

B. Whole cell killed bacteria of Bordetella peusis has an adjuvant effect

C. Presence of acellular peusis component

D. Presence of H.Influenza B component increase its immunolgenecity

Correct Answer: Presence of H.Influenza B component increase its immunolgenecity

Description: H.influenza B is not a component of DPT vaccine. Acellular peussis component is present. Peussis component in DPT vaacine enhances the potency of the diphtheria toxoid. Adsorption on a mineral carrier like aluminium phosphate or hydroxide increases the immunological effectiveness of the vaccine. Ref:PARK&;S TEXTBOOK OF PREVENTIVE AND SOCIAL MEDICINE 23rd edition , Page :162

Category: Social & Preventive Medicine

Share:

← Previous MCQ

Next MCQ →

Get More

Subject Mock Tests

Practice with over 200,000 questions from various medical subjects and improve your knowledge.

Attempt a mock test now

Mock Exam

Take an exam with 100 random questions selected from all subjects to test your knowledge.

Coming Soon

Get More

Subject Mock Tests

Try practicing mock tests with over 200,000 questions from various medical subjects.

Attempt a mock test now

Mock Exam

Attempt an exam of 100 questions randomly chosen from all subjects.

Coming Soon