ANATOMY
CHEST AND CARDIOVASCULAR
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Question
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The white blood cell that triggers inflammation by secreting histamine and heparin is:
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Basophil
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Monocyte
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Neutrophil
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Lymphocyte
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -During allergic reactions, basophils release two enzymes, histamine and heparin. Histamine enlarges your blood vessels to improve blood flow and heal the affected area. Histamine opens pathways for other cells in your immune system to quickly target and respond to the allergen.
Detailed explanation-2: -Basophils. These small cells seem to sound an alarm when infectious agents invade your blood. They secrete chemicals, such as histamine, a marker of allergic disease, that help control the body’s immune response. Eosinophils.
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