Question

Which of the following local hormone plays an important role in recruiting neutrophils to areas of tissue damage?

• A. Leukotriens
• B. Serotonin
• C. Gastrointestinal hormone
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

Leukotriens

The leukotrienes are called as the inflammatory molecules which are also called as the local hormones. 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 cells to release the molecules to show the effect of swelling, redness, itching, etc. They also help the migration of the neutrophils near the site of damage.

Thus, the correct answer is option A.