Q187 / 200 · NEET 2007 · Zoology
Increased asthmatics attacks in certain seasons are related to:
- Aeating fruits preserved in tin containers
- Correct answerBinhalation of seasonal pollen
- Clow temperature
- Dhot and humid environment.
Solution
Pollen grains of many species areresponsible for some of the severe allergies and bronchial affliction in some people often lead to chronic respiratory disorders like asthma, bronchitis etc.
Related Theory
Allergic reactions are triggered when allergens interact the immune system, which produces an antibody that is specific to that antigen, i.e., IgE. These antibodies travel to mast cells that release histamine and other chemical mediators, which cause allergy symptoms to occur and serve to alert the immune system to local infection.
Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.