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Mast cells secrete:

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Hippurin
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Myoglobin
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Histamine
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Haemoglobin
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Solution

The correct option is C Histamine
Mast Cells are found close to small blood vessels in loose connective tissue. They contain large secretory granules of heparin proteoglycan - a anticoagulant. They also contain histamine, which promotes an inflammatory reaction when secreted.

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