Eosinophilia and Asthma
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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?

  • 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?

  • 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?

    <p>Improves disease exacerbations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does eosinophil-derived fibrogenic growth factors contribute to?

    <p>Airway remodeling</p> Signup and view all the answers

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