Which describes the mechanism of action of corticosteroids on the inflammatory response?Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

A. Suppress the release of histamine
B. Inhibit certain functions of phagocytes
C. Inhibit the release of C-Reactive protein
D. Inhibit the biosynthesis of prostaglandins
E. Inhibit certain functions of lymphocytes


Answer:
A. Suppress the release of histamine
B. Inhibit certain functions of phagocytes
D. Inhibit the biosynthesis of prostaglandins
E. Inhibit certain functions of lymphocytes

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