Description : Answer: b, c, d Eosinophils constitute 1% to 3% of the leukocyte population of the bloodstream. They also reside in tissues and they exhibit phagocytic capabilities. They are less ... the cycle of events that result in recruitment and activation of inflammatory cells at sites of inflammation
Last Answer : Cellular injury from oxidants may be manifest by which of the following? a. Cell membrane lipid peroxidation b. DNA strand breaks c. Cytoskeletal disassembly d. ATP depletion
Description : An essential element of all allergy reactions is the a. Release of interferons from tissue cells. b. Accumulation of ige on the surfaces of mast cells and basophils. c. Passage of igg from the immune system to local tissue cells. d. Elimination of all traces of plasma cells from the body.
Last Answer : b. Accumulation of ige on the surfaces of mast cells and basophils.
Description : Select the correct statement about salmeterol. (a) It is a long acting selective ß2 agonist bronchodilator (b) It is a bronchodilator with anti-inflammatory property (c) It is a ß blocker that can be safely given to asthmatics (d) It is an antihistaminic with mast cells stabilizing property
Last Answer : Ans: A
Description : Assertion : Histamine is related with allergic and inflamatory reactions Reason : Histamine is a vasodilator
Last Answer : Assertion : Histamine is related with allergic and inflamatory reactions Reason : Histamine is a ... If both the assertion and reason are false
Description : Assertion :- Mast cells are undiferntiated cells of connective tissue proper. Reason :- Mast cells modified to from other cells of connective tissue p
Last Answer : Assertion :- Mast cells are undiferntiated cells of connective tissue proper. Reason :- Mast cells ... D. If both Assertion & Reason are false.
Description : Asthma may be attributed to (a) inflammation of the trachea (b) accumulation of fluid in the lungs (c) bacterial infection of the lungs (d) allergic reaction of the mast cells in the lungs.
Last Answer : (d) allergic reaction of the mast cells in the lungs.
Description : Atopic allergic disorders are characterized by a) a hereditary predisposition. Atopic allergic disorders are characterized by a hereditary predisposition and production of a local reaction to IgE ... of a local reaction to IgE antibodies produced in response to common environmental allergens.
Last Answer : a) a hereditary predisposition. Atopic allergic disorders are characterized by a hereditary predisposition and production of a local reaction to IgE antibodies produced in response to common environmental allergens.
Description : Methylxanthine drugs such as aminophylline cause which one of the following? (a) Vasoconstriction in many vascular beds (b) Decrease in the amount of cAMP in mast cells (c) Bronchodilation (d) Activation of the enzyme phosphodiesterase (e) Sedation
Last Answer : Ans: C
Description : Which of the following drugs is neither bronchodilator nor anti-inflammatory, but has antihistaminic and mast cell stabilizing activity ? (a) Sodium cromoglycate (b) Ketotifen (c) Beclomethasone dipropionate (d) Mepyramine maleate
Last Answer : Ans: B
Description : Following is an example of preformed and not lipid derived mast cell mediator of inflammatory process (a) LTC4 (b) PGD2 (c) PAF (d) Histamine
Last Answer : Ans: D
Description : Select the correct statement about salmeterol: A. It is a long acting selective β2 agonist bronchodilator B. It is a bronchodilator with anti-inflammatory property C. It is a β blocker that can be safely given to asthmatics D. It is an antihistaminic with mast cell stabilizing property
Last Answer : A. It is a long acting selective β2 agonist bronchodilator
Description : Cromolyn has as its major action (a) Block of calcium channels in lymphocytes (b) Block of mediator release from mast cells (c) Block of phosphodiesterase in mast cells and basophils (d) Smooth muscle relaxation in the bronchi (e) Stimulation of cortisol release by the adrenals
Description : The symptoms of allergen-mediated asthma result from which of the following? (a) Increased release of mediators from mast cells (b) Increased adrenergic responsiveness of the airways (c) ... bronchial tissue (d) Decreased calcium influx into the mast cell (e) Decreased prostaglandin production
Description : The Symptoms of allergen-mediated asthma result from which of the following? (a) Increased release of mediators from mast cells (b) Increased adrenergic responsiveness of the airways (c) ... bronchial tissue (d) Decreased calcium influx into the mast cells (e) Decreased prostaglandin production
Description : The drug that can directly release histamine from mast cells without involving antigen-antibody reaction is: A. Aspirin B. Procaine C. Morphine D. Sulfadiazine
Last Answer : C. Morphine
Description : Histamine (a) May be released from mast cells by a number of therapeutic agents (b) Causes sedation (c) Decreases the force of contraction of ventricular muscle (d) Can cause strong contractions of the gravid human uterus
Description : The neurohormonal arm of the stress response is well defined. Less is known about the inflammatory arm mediated primarily by cytokines. Which of the following statement(s) is/are true ... Cytokine release may stimulate the release of other cytokines leading to an important cascade of events
Last Answer : Answer: a, d Cytokines, which are produced at the site of injury by endothelial cells and by diverse immune cells throughout the body, also occupy a pivotal position in the stress response ... act as hormones and spill over into the systemic circulation and become detectable in the bloodstream
Description : Which of the following statements are true of the multiple organ dysfunction syndrome (MODS)? A. The two-hit model proposes that secondary MODS may be produced when even a relatively ... intensive care units has decreased owing to increased awareness, prevention, and treatment of the syndrome.
Last Answer : Answer: ABC DISCUSSION: MODS is part of a clinical continuum that begins with the systemic inflammatory response syndrome, which is the host's stress response to any major insult such ... pathogenesis of MODS, the incidence of MODS continues to increase without a significant improvement in outcome
Description : Assertion `:-` The JGA plays a complex regulaltory role. Reason `:-` An increase in glomerular blood flow `//` GFR can activate JG cells to release re
Last Answer : Assertion `:-` The JGA plays a complex regulaltory role. Reason `:-` An increase in glomerular blood ... . D. If both Assertion & Reason are false.
Description : Assertion `:-` An increase in blood flow to the atria of heart can cause the release of ANF. Reason `:-` ANF can cause vasodilation and decrease the B
Last Answer : Assertion `:-` An increase in blood flow to the atria of heart can cause the release of ANF. ... False. D. If both Assertion & Reason are false.
Description : Assertion: Cholagogues are substances that cause the contraction of gall bladder. Reason: These substances cause release of CCK-PZ from duodenum
Last Answer : Assertion: Cholagogues are substances that cause the contraction of gall bladder. Reason: These substances cause release of CCK-PZ from duodenum
Description : Assertion: Presence of large amounts of nutrients in water body causes excessive growth of planktonic algae. Reason : It is due to biomagnifications
Last Answer : Assertion: Presence of large amounts of nutrients in water body causes excessive growth of planktonic algae. ... but reason is wrong D. Both are wrong
Description : What cells release histamine during allergic responses?
Last Answer : Need answer
Description : do gunnera have properties that cause allergic reactions?
Last Answer : Need Answer
Description : The most common cause of fatal transfusion reactions is: A. An allergic reaction. B. An anaphylactoid reaction. C. A clerical error. D. An acute bacterial infection transmitted in blood.
Last Answer : Answer: C DISCUSSION: The most common cause of fatalities related to transfusion reactions result from ABO-incompatible transfusion related to clerical error. Most such reactions occur if a ... with platelet concentrates maintained at or near room temperature. Fortunately, such reactions are rare
Description : Immediate allergy reaction (type I allergic reaction) is: a) An allergic or immune response that begins within a period lasting from a few minutes to about an hour after exposure to an ... cause tissue damage e) It occurs during blood transfusion reactions and in hemolytic disease of the newborn.
Description : Assertion `:-` An increase in body fluid volume activate osmoreceptors , which stimulate the hypothelamus to release ADH. Reason `:-` ADH facilitates
Last Answer : Assertion `:-` An increase in body fluid volume activate osmoreceptors , which stimulate the hypothelamus ... . If both Assertion & Reason are false.
Description : I am very allergic to chemicals and would like to know which companies make organic cosmetics?
Last Answer : Here are a couple companies that make organic cosmetics: http://www.saffronrouge.com/ and http://afterglowcosmetics.com/
Description : The following are true about chemicals involved in allergic reaction: a. thromboxane -leukocyte activation b. prostaglandin-2 - vasodilatation c. platelet-activating factor - leukocyte activation d. heparin - augments inactivation of prostaglandins
Last Answer : prostaglandin-2 - vasodilatation
Description : Increasing evidence has implicated gram-negative bacterial lipopolysaccharide (LPS endotoxin) as the portion of the gram-negative bacterial cell membrane responsible for many, if not all the ... host, exerting deleterious effects on the host when excessive amounts reach the systemic circulation
Last Answer : Answer: a, b, d The LPS molecule exerts diverse effects on the mammalian host. Immunologic responses to LPS include nonspecific polyclonal B-cell proliferation, macrophage activation and ... deleterious effects on the host only after large amounts are secreted and reach the systemic circulation
Description : Assertion : Diabetes insipidus iS marked by excessive urination and too much thirst for water . Reason : Anti-diuretic hormone (ADH) is secreted by th
Last Answer : Assertion : Diabetes insipidus iS marked by excessive urination and too much thirst for water . Reason : ... D. If both Assertion & Reason are false.
Description : Assertion : Diabetes insipidus is markee by excessive urination and too much thirst for water. Reason : Anti- diuretic hormone (ADH) is released by th
Last Answer : Assertion : Diabetes insipidus is markee by excessive urination and too much thirst for water. Reason : ... D. If both Assertion and Reason are false.
Description : Irritants cause more contact dermatitis than allergens do? A. True B. False
Description : Due to increasing air-borne allergens and pollutants, many people in urban areas are suffering from respiratory disorder that cause wheezing due to (a) reduction in the secretion of surfactant by ... of bronchi and bronchioles (d) proliferation of fibrous tissues and damage of the alveolar walls.
Last Answer : (c) inflammation of bronchi and bronchioles
Description : What are the rarest of WBCs that release histamine and exaggerate the inflammatory response?
Description : Inflammation is a complex tissue reaction that includes the release of cytokines, leukotrienes, prostaglandins, and peptides. Prostaglandins involved in inflammatory processes are produced from arachidonic acid by (a) ... 2 (c) Glutathione - S - transferase (d) Lipoxygenase (e) Phospholipase A2
Description : Of the following classifications of medications, which is known to inhibit prostaglandin synthesis or release? a) Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in large doses NSAIDs ... to cause immunosuppression. d) Antineoplastic agents Antineoplastic agents are known to cause immunosuppression.
Last Answer : a) Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in large doses NSAIDs include aspirin and ibuprofen.
Description : By which of the following mechanism reduces Aspirin pain: A. It is anti inflammatory by the release of histamine B. It blocks the cyclo-oxygenase pathway.
Last Answer : B. It blocks the cyclo-oxygenase pathway.
Description : The following kinin action is mediated primarily by the kinin B1 receptor: A. Intestinal contraction B. Bronchoconstriction C. EDRF release and vasodilatation D. Production of Interleukin, TNFα and other inflammatory mediators
Last Answer : . Production of Interleukin, TNFα and other inflammatory mediators
Description : In the treatment of chronic inflammatory diseases, the most important limitation of aspirin is (a) Acid – base and electrolytc disturbances (b) Hypersensitivity and idiosyncratic reactions (c) Gastric mucosal damage (d) Salicylism
Description : Which of the following enzymes is ultimately responsible for the production of prostaglandins associated with inflammatory reactions? (a) Phospholipase (b) Lipoxygenase (c) Cyclooxygenase-I (d) Cyclooxygenase II (e) Xanthine oxidase
Description : Predominant cell types in typical chronic inflammatory reactions include all of the following EXCEPT: A A. Polymorphonuclear leukocytes B. Macrophages C. T helper lymphocytes D. None of these
Last Answer : Polymorphonuclear leukocytes
Description : In the treatment of chronic inflammatory diseases, the most important limitation of aspirin is: A. Acid-base and electrolyte disturbances B. Hypersensitivity and idiosyncratic reactions C. Gastric mucosal damage D. Salicylism
Last Answer : C. Gastric mucosal damage
Description : Name the blood cells, whose reduction in number can cause clotting disorder, leading to excessive loss of blood from the body. (a) Erythrocytes (b) Leucocytes (c) Neutrophils (d) Thrombocytes
Last Answer : (d) Thrombocytes
Description : What are the chemicals in trifole that can cause disease in human body ?
Last Answer : : Trifole-marked chemicals can cause cancer in the human body.
Description : The figure shows a human blood cell. Identify it and give its characteristics. Blood cell Characteristics (a) Basophil Secretes serotonin, inflammatory response (b) B-lymphocyte Forms about 20% of ... Most abundant blood cells, phagocytic (d) Monocyte Lifespan of 3 days, produces antibodies
Last Answer : (a) Basophil Secretes serotonin, inflammatory response
Description : Assertion `:-` Angiotensin II, activates the adrenall cortex to release aldosterone. Reason `:-` Aldosterone causes reabsorption of `Na^(o+)` and wate
Last Answer : Assertion `:-` Angiotensin II, activates the adrenall cortex to release aldosterone. Reason `:-` ... D. If both Assertion & Reason are false.
Description : Assertion `:-` An increase in glomerular blood pressure can activate the JG of kidney to release renin. Reason `:-` Angiotensin I is a powerful vaso c
Last Answer : Assertion `:-` An increase in glomerular blood pressure can activate the JG of kidney to release renin. ... . D. If both Assertion & Reason are false.
Description : Assertion `:-` The wall of atria release ANF in response to high B.P. and blood volume. Reason `:-` ANF acts as a vasodilator and inhibits the release
Last Answer : Assertion `:-` The wall of atria release ANF in response to high B.P. and blood volume. Reason `: ... False. D. If both Assertion & Reason are false.