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The symptoms of an allergic reaction develop in response to

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Interferons
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Interleukins
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Histamine
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Complement
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Solution

The correct option is C Histamine
Allergies, also known as allergic diseases are caused by hypersensitivity of the immune system to typically harmless substances in the environment. The mechanism involves immunoglobulin E antibodies (IgE) binds to an allergen and then to a receptor on mast cells or basophils where it triggers the release of inflammatory chemicals such as histamine. The release of histamine develops symptoms such as red eyes, an itchy rash, sneezing, a runny nose, shortness of breath, or swelling.
So, the correct answer is 'Histamine'.

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