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mast cell

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mast cell [′mast ‚sel]
(histology)
A connective-tissue cell with numerous large, basophilic, metachromatic granules in the cytoplasm.


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Although the local administration of carrageenan causes neutrophil migration, edema, and NSAID-sensitive hyperalgesia, the local administration of 1% formalin causes ordinary mast cell degranulation.
Der p 1 induces production of proinflammatory cytokines in vitro [interletddn (IL)-8, IL-6, granulocyte-macrophage colony-stimulating factor] and induces IgE-independent mast cell and basophil degranulation (King et al.
Tablets, liquids, drops GuaifedPD, EntexLA, Over-the- DuraVENT, Exgest LA, counter Respaire (guaifenesin/ pseudoephedrine) Sinuvent (guaifenesin), Sudafed (pseudoephedrine/ phenylephrine HCL) Mast cell stabilizers.
 
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