Inflammatory Mediators Quiz

Cells that are rich in histamine stores and play a key role in allergic reactions.

The process initiated by antibody binding to mast cells, leading to histamine release.

Histamine causes dilation of arterioles and increases venule permeability, leading to inflammation.

Specific receptors on microvascular endothelial cells that bind histamine and mediate its effects.

Medications known as H1 receptor antagonists that block the action of histamine.

Products of complement that can trigger histamine release from mast cells.

Binding to H1 receptors does NOT trigger the release of histamine from mast cells.

One role of histamine is to cause dilation of arterioles, affecting blood flow and inflammation.

In allergic reactions, histamine release is triggered by the binding of antibodies to mast cells.

Mast cells are considered primary sources of histamine in the body.