LASOTA Meaning and
Definition
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Lasota is a term used to refer to a strain of the Newcastle disease virus (NDV). Newcastle disease is a highly contagious viral infection that affects a wide range of bird species, particularly poultry, causing severe respiratory, digestive, and nervous system disorders. The Lasota strain is one of the most commonly used and well-known vaccine strains for Newcastle disease.
As a live attenuated vaccine, Lasota is derived from the virulent Newcastle disease virus. The Lasota strain has undergone a process of attenuation, which involves adapting the virus to grow in non-bird host cells, such as embryonated chicken eggs or tissue culture. During this process, specific genetic modifications are made to reduce the pathogenicity of the virus while retaining its immunogenic properties.
The Lasota vaccine is administered to poultry to induce protective immunity against the Newcastle disease virus. It works by stimulating the bird's immune system to recognize and produce neutralizing antibodies against the virus, thus preventing infection or alleviating the severity of symptoms in case of exposure.
The term "Lasota" is often used interchangeably with Newcastle disease vaccine or NDV vaccine, particularly in the context of the poultry industry and veterinary medicine. Its effectiveness and widespread use have made it an essential tool for controlling and preventing outbreaks of Newcastle disease in domesticated birds, reducing economic losses and improving animal welfare.
