The term "TOXOID" stands for

Toxin produced by the microorganism

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Inactivated toxin

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Manipulated toxin or modified toxin

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Antiserum

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Solution

The correct option is C Manipulated toxin or modified toxin
A toxoid in an altered or modified form of toxin from a pathogenic microorganism. It does not have any toxic property but is antigenic and can be used to stimulate antibody generation and hence can be used as a vaccine.
So, the correct answer is 'manipulated toxin or modified toxin'.

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