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What is the primary role of the high-affinity IgE receptor found on mast cells and basophils?
What is the consequence of multiple IgE antibodies becoming crosslinked on the mast cell surface?
Which condition results from clumping of receptors on mast cells and basophils?
What is the key effect of degranulation of mast cells and basophils in type I hypersensitivity reactions?
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Which outcome is likely if type I hypersensitivity reactions are not promptly treated with epinephrine?
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What is the primary effector cell involved in immediate hypersensitivity reactions mediated by IgE antibodies?
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What is the function of lgE produced by B-lymphocytes specific for allergens?
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What is required to cause degranulation of mast cells and basophils in response to allergen exposure?
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Which of the following mediators is NOT released during the immediate phase of an allergic reaction?
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What is the main function of leukotrienes released during the late phase of an allergic reaction?
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