[The specific prophylaxis of diphtheria in adults with adsorbed DT-m anatoxin]

The dependence of immune response on commonly observed immunity characteristics prior to immunization has been established on the basis of the study of the kinetics of immune response in adults receiving injections of adsorbed diphtheria-tetanus (DT) toxoid with reduced antigen content, both for routine immunization and on epidemiological indications. The necessity of the practical use of immunological screening for the differentiated approach to the choice of a suitable preparation (adsorbed diphtheria toxoid, adsorbed DT toxoid or adsorbed DT toxoid with reduced antigen content) and immunization schedule for adults, especially in epidemic foci, has been substantiated.