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First response, lasting memory

Compare primary and secondary responses.

Model

Compare lag, peak and persistence. Antigen-specific memory can support a faster, stronger later response.

Relative antibody response030 days0.0 response units

Invented teaching curves, not measured titres or a vaccination schedule. Responses vary with antigen, person and context.

Explain what you observed

How can you isolate the effect of one factor?

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