Adenovirus vaccine
Adenovirus Vaccine
The Adenovirus Vaccine (/ˌædɪnoʊˈvaɪrəs ˈvæksin/) is a type of vaccine used to prevent diseases caused by adenovirus infections.
Etymology
The term "Adenovirus Vaccine" is derived from the word "adenovirus", which is a type of virus, and "vaccine", which is a biological preparation that provides active acquired immunity to a particular infectious disease.
Definition
An Adenovirus Vaccine is a vaccine that stimulates an immune response to the adenovirus. It is used to prevent diseases caused by adenovirus infections, such as respiratory tract infections, conjunctivitis, and gastroenteritis.
Usage
The Adenovirus Vaccine is administered through an injection into the muscle. The vaccine works by stimulating the body's immune system to fight off the adenovirus.
Related Terms
- Vaccine: A biological preparation that provides active acquired immunity to a particular infectious disease.
- Adenovirus: A type of virus that can infect the respiratory tract, eyes, intestines, and urinary tract.
- Immune System: The body's defense against infectious organisms and other invaders.
- Infection: The invasion of an organism's body tissues by disease-causing agents.
- Respiratory Tract Infection: An infection that can occur in any part of the respiratory tract, including the lungs, bronchi, trachea, and throat.
- Conjunctivitis: An inflammation of the conjunctiva, the thin clear tissue that lies over the white part of the eye and lines the inside of the eyelid.
- Gastroenteritis: An inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract that involves both the stomach and the small intestine.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Adenovirus vaccine
- Wikipedia's article - Adenovirus vaccine
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