Bee Sting Venom Is Considered to Be Which Type of Allergen

question 8

Multiple Choice

Bee sting venom is considered to be which type of allergen?

• A)Ingestant
• B)Inhalant
• C)Injectant
• D)Contactant
• E)None of the choices are correct

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Definitions:

Endocrine Glands

Glands of the endocrine system that release hormones directly into the bloodstream to regulate various bodily functions.

Hormones

Chemical substances, released from endocrine glands, that travel through the bloodstream to targeted tissues; the tissues are later influenced by the hormones.

Gonads

Sex glands responsible for producing gametes (sperm in males and eggs in females) and sex hormones.

Secondary Sex Characteristics

Physical changes during puberty that are not directly related to reproduction but that indicate the differences between the sexes.