Which biological molecule is typically used as a 'toxoid' in vaccines for diseases like Tetanus?
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Correct answer: Inactivated bacterial exotoxins
Toxoid vaccines use bacterial toxins that have been treated (usually with formalin) to destroy their toxicity while preserving their immunogenicity. This allows the body to form antibodies against the toxin itself.
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