Cells That Release Histamine and Heparin in Response to Tissue

question 41

Multiple Choice

Cells that release histamine and heparin in response to tissue injury are called

• A) fibroblasts.
• B) adipocytes.
• C) melanocytes.
• D) macrophages.
• E) mast cells.

---

Definitions:

Placebo Effect

A phenomenon in which a person experiences a perceived improvement in condition due to personal expectations, rather than the treatment itself having any therapeutic effect.

Antidepressants

Medications prescribed to alleviate symptoms of depression by adjusting the balance of neurotransmitters in the brain.

Autism

A neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by challenges with social interaction, communication, and by restrictive and repetitive behaviors.

Biological Origins

The roots or beginnings of life in terms of biology, including the genetic and evolutionary aspects that have shaped the development of living organisms.