Question

Which type of vaccine protect against Diphtheria?

  1. Toxoid
  2. Live-attenuated
  3. mRNA
  4. Viral Vector

Answer:

Option A: Toxoid

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Toxoid”.

Diphtheria vaccines are toxoid vaccines, which means they contain inactivated toxins produced by the bacteria that cause the disease. These vaccines stimulate the immune system to produce an immune response without causing the disease itself.