Biology Practice: Allergy (Mock Test 5 - Ultimate Comprehensive)
1. Which of the following best defines an "Allergy"?
2. During an allergic reaction, which specific type of antibody is produced in excess?
3. Mast cells release which chemical that causes symptoms like swelling and redness?
4. Which of these is a common "Inhalant" allergen found in indoor environments like carpets?
5. "Anaphylaxis" is a systemic emergency because it causes:
6. A patient who develops a rash 2 days after using a specific soap is suffering from:
7. Which diagnostic test involves injecting or scratching small amounts of allergens into the skin?
8. What is "Cross-reactivity" in allergies?
9. Which medicine is used to treat mild symptoms like a runny nose or itchy eyes?
10. "Congress Grass" is the common name for which notorious pollen-producing weed in India?
11. Why is the "First Exposure" to an allergen usually asymptomatic?
12. An auto-injector containing ________ is the first-line treatment for anaphylactic shock.
13. Which respiratory condition is marked by the reversible narrowing of airways due to an allergic stimulus?
14. "Urticaria" is characterized by transient, itchy, red raised bumps on the skin commonly called:
15. Allergen Immunotherapy (Allergy Shots) aims to:
16. Animal "Dander" refers to which common allergen?
17. Which of the following is classified as an "Injectant" allergen?
18. The "RAST" blood test is used specifically to measure:
19. Why does histamine cause tissues to swell?
20. What is the most important first step in managing a known allergy?
