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Colostrum provides the infant with

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Auto immunity

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Passive immunity

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Active immunity

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Innate immunity

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The correct option is B Passive immunity
Passive immunity may be provided by colostrum, the first secretion of the mammary glands. Colostrum contain immune cells (as lymphocytes) and many antibodies such as IgA, IgG and IgM. The baby absorbs the antibodies through its gut.

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