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Which cell type has the highest concentration of histamine?
Which cell type has the highest concentration of histamine?
- T cells
- Macrophages
- Platelets
- Basophil granulocytes (correct)
What is the role of histamine in the body?
What is the role of histamine in the body?
- Inhibits inflammation
- Promotes blood clotting
- Enhances muscle growth
- Stimulates allergic reactions (correct)
Which type of response triggers the release of histamine in the body?
Which type of response triggers the release of histamine in the body?
- Anti-inflammatory response
- Inflammatory response (correct)
- Hyperglycemic response
- Hypotensive response
What is the primary function of antihistamines?
What is the primary function of antihistamines?
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Which class of medications includes H1 receptor antagonists?
Which class of medications includes H1 receptor antagonists?
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How do antihistamines primarily alleviate symptoms of allergies?
How do antihistamines primarily alleviate symptoms of allergies?
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Which of the following is NOT a type of anti-histamine?
Which of the following is NOT a type of anti-histamine?
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'H1 receptor antagonist' is another term for which type of medication?
'H1 receptor antagonist' is another term for which type of medication?
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'Antihistamincs' and 'histamines' are best described as:
'Antihistamincs' and 'histamines' are best described as:
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'Autocoids' refer to substances that:
'Autocoids' refer to substances that:
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