The Cells and Signaling Molecules Involved in the Initial Stages

question 51

Multiple Choice

The cells and signaling molecules involved in the initial stages of the inflammatory response are ________.

• A) phagocytes and cytokines
• B) dendritic cells and interferons
• C) mast cells and histamines
• D) lymphocytes and interferons

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Definitions:

Frontal

Pertaining to the frontal plane, which divides the body into anterior and posterior sections, or relating to the frontal lobe of the brain.

Anterior Fontanel

The largest and most noticeable soft spot on a baby's skull, allowing for brain growth and situated at the junction of the frontal and parietal bones.

Lambdoid Sutures

The serrated joints connecting the parietal bones with the occipital bone in the skull, resembling the Greek letter lambda.