Recombinant Vaccine

A recombinant vaccine is a type of vaccine made using specific pieces of a virus or bacteria's genetic material, called DNA or proteins, that cause illness. Scientists insert these pieces into harmless organisms, like bacteria or yeast, which then produce the proteins. These proteins are collected and used to create the vaccine. When vaccinated, your immune system learns to recognize these proteins, helping it fight the actual virus or bacteria if encountered later. Recombinant vaccines are safe, effective, and allow for rapid development, making them useful for preventing various diseases, including hepatitis B and certain COVID-19 vaccines.