AS 3.1 Unit 1: 3.1.6 Mammalian blood possesses a number of defensive functions

Principles of immunology
The use of vaccines to provide protection for individuals and populations against disease.
The use of monoclonal antibodies in enabling the targeting of specific substances and cells.

Candidates should be able to:

• evaluate methodology, evidence and data relating to the use of vaccines and monoclonal antibodies
• discuss ethical issues associated with the use of vaccines and monoclonal antibodies
• explain the role of the scientific community in validating new knowledge about vaccines and monoclonal antibodies thus ensuring integrity
• discuss the ways in which society uses scientific knowledge relating to vaccines and monoclonal antibodies to inform decision-making