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What major pathologic and structural changes are associated with asbestosis?
1) Fibrocalcific pleural plaques
2) Excessive bronchial secretions
3) Bronchospasm
4) Mediastinal shift
Mast Cell
A type of white blood cell part of the immune system, containing granules rich in histamine and heparin, involved in allergic reactions and inflammation.
Histamine
A compound released by cells in response to injury and in allergic and inflammatory reactions, causing contraction of smooth muscle and dilation of capillaries.
Protease Inhibitors
Substances or drugs that inhibit the action of proteases (enzymes that break down proteins), used in various therapies including the treatment of viral infections.
Reverse Transcriptase
An enzyme used by retroviruses to transcribe their RNA into DNA, integrating the viral genome into the host's genome.
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