Answer to Question #193175 in Biology for Olivia

Question

Describe how the MMR vaccine causes the body to develop immunity against measles, mumps and rubella.

Answer 1

The MMR vaccine contains attenuated measles, mumps, and rubella virus. When these viruses recognized by immune cells, they are absorbed, degraded and presented as single antigens. The combination of T and B cells provides the formation of specific antibodies against viral antigens. B -cells that produce active antibodies against viral antigens are transformed into plasma cells that constantly produce the immunoglobulins against viruses and provide immunity against measles, mumps and rubella.