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The process of inducing immunity in an organism usually through vaccination is called ______.

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prevention

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immunisation

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treatment

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inflammation

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Immunisation is the process where a person is made resistant to an infectious disease. This is done by administration of a vaccine. These vaccines stimulate body’s own immune system to protect the person against future infection or disease.

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