Products of Mast Cells Flashcards
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1
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remodel connective tissue
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enzyme
2
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toxic to parasites
increase vascular permeability
cause smooth muscle contraction
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toxic mediators
3
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stimulate and amplify TH2 cell response
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cytokines (IL-4 and IL-13)
4
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promote eosinophil production and activation
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cytokines (IL-3, IL-5, GM-CSF)
5
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promote inflammation and cytokine stimulation
production by many cell types
activate endothelium
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cytokines (TNF alpha)
6
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attacts monocytes, macrophages and neutrophils
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chemokines
7
Q
prostaglandins and leukotrienes
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lipid mediators
8
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platelet activating factor
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lipid mediators
