Bacterin
Bacterin
Bacterin (/bækˈtɪərɪn/) is a biological preparation of killed or weakened bacteria used as a vaccine. It is primarily used in veterinary medicine to immunize against bacterial infections.
Etymology
The term "bacterin" is derived from the word "bacteria" and the suffix "-in", which is used to denote substances related to or derived from the preceding element.
Usage
Bacterins are used in the prevention and treatment of bacterial infections. They work by stimulating the body's immune system to produce antibodies against the bacteria present in the vaccine. This prepares the immune system to fight off future infections by the same bacteria.
Types of Bacterin
There are several types of bacterins, including:
- Autogenous bacterins: These are made from bacteria isolated from the same individual or herd that will be vaccinated.
- Commercial bacterins: These are made from bacteria isolated from other individuals or herds.
Related Terms
- Vaccine: A biological preparation that provides active acquired immunity to a particular infectious disease.
- Antibody: A blood protein produced in response to and counteracting a specific antigen.
- Immune System: The bodily system that protects the body from foreign substances, cells, and tissues.
- Bacterial Infections: Infections caused by bacteria.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bacterin
- Wikipedia's article - Bacterin
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