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How does colostrum provide initial protection against diseases to new born infants? Give one reason.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding Colostrum**: Colostrum is the first form of milk produced by the mother during the initial days after childbirth. It is different from regular breast milk and is highly nutritious. 2. **Production of Colostrum**: During pregnancy, the mammary glands of the female undergo differentiation, which allows them to produce milk. This process starts towards the end of the pregnancy and is known as lactation. 3. **Composition of Colostrum**: Colostrum is rich in various nutrients and antibodies, particularly Immunoglobulin A (IgA). ...
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  • Read the following (A-D) statements. A. It is made of more than one layer (multi-layered) of cells. B. It has a limited role in secretion and absorption. C.Their main function is to provide protection against chemical and mechanical stress D. It covers the dry surface of the skin and the moist surface of buccal cavity.

    A
    Four
    B
    Three
    C
    Two
    D
    One

  • Colostrum, the yellowish fluid, secreted by mother during the initial days of lactation is very essential to impart immunity to the new born infants because it contains:

    A
    Immunoglobulin A
    B
    Natural killer cells
    C
    Monocytes
    D
    Macrophages

  • Colostrum, the yellowish fluid, secreted by mother during the initial days of lactation is very essential to impart immunity to the new born infants because it contains

    A
    Natural killer cells
    B
    Monocytes
    C
    Macrophages
    D
    Immunoglobulin A

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