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Which of the following is NOT a way that mast cells can be activated?
Which of the following is NOT a way that mast cells can be activated?
- Activation by an antibody-dependent mechanism
- Activation by components of the complement system
- Activation by phagocytosis (correct)
- Binding to TLRs
Which of the following is NOT a component of mast cell granules?
Which of the following is NOT a component of mast cell granules?
- Proteolytic enzymes
- Lipid mediators
- Cytokines (correct)
- Vasoactive amines
What is the role of mast cells in protecting against pathogens?
What is the role of mast cells in protecting against pathogens?
- They produce antibodies against pathogens
- They release vasoactive amines that cause vasodilation
- They release cytokines that stimulate inflammation
- They directly kill pathogens (correct)
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