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Questions and Answers
Which of the following is a common cause of inflammation?
Which of the following is a common cause of inflammation?
- Antioxidant consumption
- Vitamin deficiency
- Bacterial infection (correct)
- Regular exercise
What is the primary response of the body to inflammation?
What is the primary response of the body to inflammation?
- Decrease in blood flow
- Suppression of immune system
- Release of histamine
- Redness and swelling (correct)
What role do cytokines play in the process of inflammation?
What role do cytokines play in the process of inflammation?
- Regulating immune response (correct)
- Promoting clotting
- Increasing blood pressure
- Suppressing inflammation
Flashcards
Bacterial Infection
Bacterial Infection
Invasion of the body by harmful bacteria, leading to an immune response.
Inflammation Response
Inflammation Response
Bodily reaction characterized by increased blood flow and fluid accumulation.
Role of Cytokines
Role of Cytokines
Proteins that mediate and regulate immunity and inflammation.
