The vaccine against Neisseria meningitidis is currently recommended to all of the following populations EXCEPT:
A. Persons in the military
B. Children under 2 years old
C. Patients with asplenia
D. Children lacking complement factor C6
aanya.bansal Answered question August 23, 2024
The correct answer is (B) Children under 2 years old.
The vaccine against Neisseria meningitidis is recommended for the following populations:
A. Persons in the military: Due to increased risk of meningococcal disease in military personnel.
C. Patients with asplenia (lack of a spleen): As they are more susceptible to infections, including meningococcal disease.
D. Children lacking complement factor C6: As they are more susceptible to meningococcal disease due to impaired immune function.
aanya.bansal Answered question August 23, 2024