Question

Which of the following local hormone is released as a part of the inflammatory response?

• A. Leukotriens
• B. Erythropoietin
• C. Insulin
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

Leukotriens

The leukotrienes are called as the inflammatory molecules. These are the molecules which are released by the cells like macrophages, mast cells and other immune cells in response to the pathogenic antigen. These molecules are released during the allergic reactions. They are called as mediators which influence the other molecules to show the effect of swelling, redness, itching, etc.

Thus, the correct answer is option A.