The monoclonal antibody Palivizumab is used as prophylaxis in high-risk infants to prevent infection from which pathogen?
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Correct answer: Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
Palivizumab targets the fusion (F) protein on the surface of the Respiratory Syncytial Virus. It provides passive immunity to prevent serious lower respiratory tract disease in premature infants or those with congenital heart disease.
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