Why Do Immunizations Require Two Doses

question 30

Multiple Choice

Why do immunizations require two doses?

• A) The first dose stimulates the effector cells only, and the second dose stimulates the memory cells only.
• B) The first dose stimulates the primary immune response, and the second dose stimulates the secondary immune response.
• C) In case the first dose is not enough to induce immunity, a second dose is given.
• D) The first dose often is ineffective.
• E) The first dose stimulates the innate immune response, and the second dose stimulates the adaptive immune response.

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Definitions:

Sella Turcica

A saddle-shaped depression in the sphenoid bone at the base of the human skull, housing the pituitary gland.

Sphenoid

A butterfly-shaped bone at the base of the skull that forms part of the floor and sides of the skull as well as the orbits around the eyes.

Occipital

Relating to the occiput, the back part of the skull or head.