Select the nonapeptide which can be generated from
plasma globulin by snake venom enzymes, causes
fall in BP and intense pain when applied to blister
base:
A. Kallidin
B. Bradykinin
C. Angiotensin II
D. Angiotensin III

1 Answer

Answer :

B. Bradykinin

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