During an Asthma Attack, Cells Called Mast Cells That Lie

question 3

Multiple Choice

During an asthma attack, cells called mast cells that lie just under the mucosal membrane of the airways release histamine, which in turn leads to inflammation of the mucosal membrane. Which type of signaling does this represent?

• A) autocrine
• B) paracrine
• C) endocrine
• D) exocrine

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