A Patient Who Has a High Level of Mast Cell

question 39

Multiple Choice

A patient who has a high level of mast cell activity, dilation of blood vessels, and acute drop in blood pressure is likely suffering from ________.

• A) an autoimmune disease
• B) a typical skin allergy (contact dermatitis) that can be treated by antihistamines
• C) an organ transplant, such as a skin graft
• D) anaphylactic shock immediately following exposure to an allergen

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