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Histamine is released by which cells during an allergic reaction?

  1. T-lymphocytes
  2. B-lymphocytes
  3. Neutrophils
  4. Mast cells
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Correct answer: D. Mast cells

Histamine is stored in mast cell granules and basophils. During degranulation triggered by allergen-IgE binding to mast cell surface receptors, histamine is released, causing vasodilation, increased vascular permeability, bronchoconstriction, and itching u2014 the hallmarks of allergic reactions.

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