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NEET BIOLOGYHuman Health and DiseaseEasy

Question

During injury, mast cells secrete:

A

Histamine

B

Heparin

C

Prothrombin

D

Antibodies

Step-by-Step Solution

allergic and inflammatory responses are triggered by the release of chemicals such as histamine and serotonin from mast cells While the sources also note that basophils (a type of white blood cell) secrete heparin, histamine, and serotonin to involve themselves in inflammatory reactions histamine is the characteristic secretion of mast cells in the context of tissue injury and allergy. Other options are incorrect because prothrombin is an inactive plasma protein involved in the blood-clotting cascade and antibodies are produced by B-lymphocytes

Exam Context & Concepts Covered

This question aligns with the NEET BIOLOGY syllabus, specifically targeting concepts from Human Health and Disease. Mastering this topic is crucial for scoring well in the upcoming medical entrance examinations. Solving conceptually related problems will help you understand the nuances of these concepts and improve your problem-solving speed.

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