Changes

*Short duration of action; temporary protection is obtained by the administration of preformed [[Immunoglobulins - Overview|antibody]] from another individual of the same or of a different species. The acquired antibodies are used in combination with [[Adaptive Immune System - Overview#Antigen Recognition|antigen]], and catabolised by the body, meaning protection is gradually lost over time

*Short duration of action; temporary protection is obtained by the administration of preformed [[Immunoglobulins - Overview|antibody]] from another individual of the same or of a different species. The acquired antibodies are used in combination with [[Adaptive Immune System - Overview#Antigen Recognition|antigen]], and catabolised by the body, meaning protection is gradually lost over time

*Injection of antiserum may cause an [[Adverse Drug Reactions|allergic response]]

*Injection of antiserum may cause an [[Adverse Drug Reactions|allergic response]]

*Antiserum contains many [[Immunoglobulins|antibodies]], not just the specific [[Immunoglobulins|antibodies]] needed

*Antiserum contains many antibodies, not just the specific [[Immunoglobulins|antibodies]] needed

'''Types of [[Immunoglobulins|antibodies]] administered:'''

'''Types of [[Immunoglobulins|antibodies]] administered:'''

<br>

<br>

[[Image:Active Immunisation.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Active Immunisation - Copyright nabrown RVC]]

[[Image:Active Immunisation.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Active Immunisation - Copyright nabrown RVC]]

===Active immunisation===

===Active immunisation===

Active immunisation requires the administration of antigen so the patient develops thier own [[Immunoglobulins|antibodies]] to protect against disease. Suitable antigens include:

Active immunisation requires the administration of antigen so the patient develops thier own [[Immunoglobulins|antibodies]] to protect against disease. Suitable antigens include: