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An example of passive immunity is getting an immunization or a vaccination.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Why are PET scans only available in large hospitals?
 
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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

FALSE
Explanation: Immunizations and vaccinations produce active immunity by stimulating the body's own immune system to identify a pathogen and make antibodies against it.

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PET scans require a cyclotron, which is a very large, expensive piece of equipment that emits positrons.


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Wow, this really help

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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