Hyperimmunoglobulin

Hyperimmunoglobulins are highly concentrated polyclonal antibodies against a specific pathogen. Hyperimmunoglobulins are obtained through repeated vaccination (e.g. of a horse ) against a certain pathogen (so-called hyperimmunization ). The hyperimmune serum is obtained from the blood. The so-called hyperimmunoglobulins are obtained through further purification of the immunoglobulin fraction.

Hyperimmunoglobulins are used for passive immunization of people. Also as prophylaxis by contact with pathogens hyperimmunoglobulins be used ( post-exposure prophylaxis )

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