Asthma results in a decrease in airway diameter. In some patients, an allergen binds to IgE antibodies on the mast cell and promotes the release of inflammatory mediators including ________.

A. histamine, bromine, and histidine
B. histamine, prostaglandins, and leukotrienes
C. prostaglandins, histidine, and glucocorticoids
D. All of these answers are correct


Answer: B

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