How does vaccination prevent infection?

White blood cells produce antibodies which are produced rapidly upon re-infection and these antibodies kill pathogens.

RA
Answered by Ruqia A. Biology tutor

2880 Views

See similar Biology GCSE tutors

Related Biology GCSE answers

All answers ▸

Explain why your genes might influence how drugs work in the body. (3)


What is Homeostasis and how does it work?


Molecules of a substance are able to move between cells. What are the two main processes by which this occurs? What is the main difference between these two processes?


What is the difference between vaccines and immunisation?


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2026 by IXL Learning