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Select the correct statement with respect to diseases and immunisation?
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- If due to some reason B-and T-lymphocytes are damaged, the body will not produce antibodies against a pathogen
- Injection of dead/ inactivated pathogens causes passive immunity
- Certain protozoans have been used to mass produce hepatitis B vaccine.
- Injection of snake antivenom against snake bite is an example of active immunisation
Correct Option: A
B and T-lymphocytes produce antibodies against pathogen in the body, if due to some reason B and T lymphocytes are damaged the body will not produce antibodies against a pathogen. Each B cell and T cell is specific for a particular antigen.