Why does adaptive immunity from vaccination provide longer-lasting protection than passive antibody transfer?

💡 Explanation

Vaccines trigger the generation of memory B cells, which can rapidly differentiate into antibody-secreting plasma cells upon subsequent exposure. This results in a faster, more robust response, because passive transfer provides only temporary protection rather than initiating long-term cellular memory; therefore, vaccination offers sustained immunity.

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