IMMUNOLOGY AND PREVENTION OF INFECTION IN FEEDLOT CATTLE

Abstract


mechanisms. The acquired immune system can be stimulated by effective vaccination. It takes 1 to 2 weeks after vaccination or exposure to the virulent organism before the acquired immune system is fully functional. Maintaining optimal immune function for the prevention of infectious diseases requires good management practices to prevent suppression of the immune system and sound vaccination practices to induce optimal acquired immunity. This article briefl