FULL FORM OF TT

WHAT IS TT

         TT is known as Tetanus Vaccine. It is an inactive vaccine used to prevent tetanus. During childhood,five doses are recommended. In cases with high - risk injuries who are not fully immunised,tetanus antitoxin may also be recommended.

       Tetanus antiserum was developed in 1890 with its protective effect lasting a few weeks. The tetanus toxic vaccine was developed in 1924.

SCHEDULE OT TT

      The World Health Organisation (WHO) recommends six doses in childhood starting at six weeks of age .Four doses of DTaP are to be given in early childhood. The first dose should be around two months of age,the second at four months,the third at six months and fourth from fifteen to 18 month of age. The fifth dose should be given to four to six year old.

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