Q70 / 200 · MHT CET - Medical 2026 (24 April Shift 1) · Biology

Given below are two statements.
Statement I - Acidophils secrete histamines.
Statement II - Cyanophils show anti-histaminic property.
In the light of above statements, select the correct option given below:

  • A
    Both statement I and statement II are correct.
  • Correct answer
    B
    Both statement I and statement II are incorrect.
  • C
    Statement I is correct but statement II is incorrect.
  • D
    Statement I is incorrect but statement II is correct.

Solution

Acidophils (eosinophils) are associated with allergic reactions and secrete histaminase, which exhibits anti-histaminic properties.

Cyanophils (basophils) are involved in inflammatory reactions and secrete histamine, serotonin, and heparin.

Therefore, both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect.

Answer: Both statement I and statement II are incorrect.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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