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Immunization to Vi and O Antigens of Salmonella Typhi Using a Stable Antigen in Oil

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  15 May 2009

David C. Y. Chu ,
Robert E. Hoyt  and
M. J. Pickett
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A method is described for the preparation of a vaccine, consisting of a suspension of bacterial cells in a vegetable oil, which retains the antigenic activity of both Vi and O antigens of S. typhi. The ability of such a vaccine to induce active and passive protection in mice is demonstrated.

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Research Article
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Journal of Hygiene , Volume 54 , Issue 4 , December 1956 , pp. 592 - 596
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Copyright © Cambridge University Press 1956

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