Toxoids
A)contain modified bacterial exotoxin molecules.
B)are always genetically engineered.
C)contain select antigenic components of a pathogen rather than whole cells or viruses.
D)confer passive immunity.
E)All of these choices are correct.

Question

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Toxoids contain modified bacterial exotoxin molecules that have been treated to remove their toxic effects but retain their ability to stimulate an immune response. This allows for the production of antibodies against the toxin without the harmful effects of the original exotoxin.