A polypeptide that mediates inflammation, increases vasodilation, and contracts smooth muscle is known as:

A. bradykinin
B. prostaglandin
C. histamine
D. serotonin


a
Rationale: Bradykinin is the polypeptide discussed in this chapter that mediates inflammation, increases vasodilation, and contracts smooth muscle.

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