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The following statements are true about DPT vaccine except -

Aluminium salt has an adjuvant effect

Whole cell killed bacteria of Bordetella peusis has an adjuvant effect

Presence of acellular peusis component

Presence of H.Influenza B component increase its immunolgenecity

High-Yield Explanation

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

The following statements are true about DPT vaccine except -

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