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Which cell type is associated with eosinophilia in allergic disorders?
Which cell type is associated with eosinophilia in allergic disorders?
- Eosinophils (correct)
- Monocytes
- Neutrophils
- Lymphocytes
What is the suggested role of eosinophils in airway inflammation and mucosal cell damage?
What is the suggested role of eosinophils in airway inflammation and mucosal cell damage?
- Generating reactive oxygen species
- Secreting histamine
- Producing mucin
- Releasing pro-inflammatory cytokines (correct)
Which disorder is NOT mentioned as a condition associated with eosinophil accumulation in the gastrointestinal tract?
Which disorder is NOT mentioned as a condition associated with eosinophil accumulation in the gastrointestinal tract?
- Allergic colitis
- Crohn's disease
- Food allergy
- Asthma (correct)
What is the effect of treatment with an anti-IL-5 monoclonal antibody in certain asthmatic patients?
What is the effect of treatment with an anti-IL-5 monoclonal antibody in certain asthmatic patients?
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What does eosinophil-derived fibrogenic growth factors contribute to?
What does eosinophil-derived fibrogenic growth factors contribute to?
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