The type of adaptive immunity that provides immediate protection against disease when there is no time for the person to develop their own immunity is called ________ immunity.

A) active natural
B) active artificial
C) passive innate
D) passive artificial
E) active immediate

Passive Artificial Immunity

Immunity acquired by the transfer of antibodies from another individual, as through injection or from mother to fetus across the placenta.

Adaptive Immunity

The branch of the immune system that involves the creation of antibodies and memory cells in response to an exposure to a specific pathogen, providing long-term immunity.

Immediate Protection

Rapid defense mechanisms activated promptly to prevent infection or damage before long-term specific immunity develops.