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Colostrum, the yellowish fluid, secreted by mother during the initial days of lactation is very essential to
impart immunity to the newborn infants because it contains :
- AMacrophages
- BImmunoglobulin A
- CNatural killer cells
- DMonocytes
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Correct answer: B
The yellowish milk produced during the initial few days of lactation is called colostrum. It contains several antibodies especially immunoglobulin A, which imparts naturally acquired passive immunity to the newborn.
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