The number of eosinophils increases dramatically during __________.

a. tissue degeneration or cellular deterioration
b. an injury to a tissue or a bacterial infection
c. an allergic reaction or a parasitic infection
d. all of the listed responses are correct


Answer: c. an allergic reaction or a parasitic infection

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A) first cervical B) second cervical C) seventh cervical D) first thoracic E) fifth lumbar

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Neutrophils produce an antimicrobial chemical called ________.

A. defensin B. histamine C. complement D. interferon

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A. potassium levels. B. calcium levels. C. calcitonin levels. D. phosphate levels. E. sodium levels.

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