When mast cells degranulate and release histamine, which of the following events may occur?

A) constriction of small blood vessels
B) bronchial spasms
C) increased mucus production
D) both constriction of small blood vessels and bronchial spasms
E) both bronchial spasms and increased mucus production


E
Bloom's Taxonomy: Comprehension
Section: Hypersensitivities
Learning Outcome: 18.3

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