Which type of white blood cells release histamine during an anaphylactic reaction?
Explanation
• During an allergic or anaphylactic reaction, basophils release histamine, leading to vasodilation, increased capillary permeability, and bronchospam
• Neutrophils defend against bacteria and fungi and produce relatively small inflammatory responses as first responders
• Lymphocytes defend against viral infections and do not release histamine during an allergic reaction
• Eosinophils primarily defend against parasitic infections and are important in allergic responses. However, they primarily release interleukin, not histamine