Which Eicosanoid Acts as an Inflammatory Mediator That Also Regulates

question 89

Multiple Choice

Which eicosanoid acts as an inflammatory mediator that also regulates smooth muscle contraction?

• A) prostaglandin
• B) prostacyclin
• C) thromboxane
• D) leukotriene

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