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What is the effect of damaged tissue releasing histamine?
What is the effect of damaged tissue releasing histamine?
- Stimulates cell division
- Inhibits cellular communication
- Decreases cell permeability
- Increases cell permeability (correct)
How does histamine affect cell permeability when released from damaged tissue?
How does histamine affect cell permeability when released from damaged tissue?
- Stimulates apoptosis
- Increases cell permeability (correct)
- No effect on cell permeability
- Decreases cell permeability
Which substance released from damaged tissue increases cell permeability?
Which substance released from damaged tissue increases cell permeability?
- Adrenaline
- Melatonin
- Insulin
- Histamine (correct)
Which component serves as the body's first line of defense in innate immunity?
Which component serves as the body's first line of defense in innate immunity?
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What is the primary function of the mucosal barriers in innate immunity?
What is the primary function of the mucosal barriers in innate immunity?
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Which response is part of the body's innate (nonspecific) immunity to combat pathogens?
Which response is part of the body's innate (nonspecific) immunity to combat pathogens?
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What is the role of intact skin in innate immunity?
What is the role of intact skin in innate immunity?
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How does the inflammatory response contribute to innate immunity?
How does the inflammatory response contribute to innate immunity?
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What is the significance of fever in innate immunity?
What is the significance of fever in innate immunity?
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