Q.Assertion (A) : The Colostrum secreted in the first few days of lactation helps build up immunity in the infant. Reason (R) : Colostrum is rich in gamma globulins and vitamin A. Code :
Correct answer: Both (A) and (R) are correct
Explanation
Colostrum is a nutrient rich fluid secreted in the first few days of lactation helps to build up immunity in the infant. Colostrum is rich in gamma globin and vitamin A. IgA is primary immunoglobulin present in colostrum provide first line of defense, provide resistance against infection by inhibiting bacterial and viral adhesion to epithelial cells.
Colostrum is a nutrient rich fluid secreted in the first few days of lactation helps to build up immunity in the infant. Colostrum is rich in gamma globin and vitamin A. IgA is primary immunoglobulin present in colostrum provide first line of defense, provide resistance against infection by inhibiting bacterial and viral adhesion to epithelial cells.