The following statements are true about DPT vaccine except -
H.influenza B is not a component of DPT vaccine. Acellular peussis component is present. Peussis component in DPT vaacine enhances the potency of the diphtheria toxoid. Adsorption on a mineral carrier like aluminium phosphate or hydroxide increases the immunological effectiveness of the vaccine. Ref:PARK&;S TEXTBOOK OF PREVENTIVE AND SOCIAL MEDICINE 23rd edition , Page :162
Aluminium salt has an adjuvant effect
Whole cell killed bacteria of Bordetella peusis has an adjuvant effect
Presence of acellular peusis component
Presence of H.Influenza B component increase its immunolgenecity
Communicable diseases