Glucocorticoids Are Used to Treat Inflammation Because They Directly

question 46

Multiple Choice

Glucocorticoids are used to treat inflammation because they directly:

• A) promote the release of prostaglandins at the site.
• B) decrease capillary permeability.
• C) mobilize lymphocytes and neutrophils.
• D) prevent infection.

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