Which of the following does NOT happen during inflammation?

Which of the following does NOT happen during inflammation?
A . release of histamine
B . an increase of local temperature
C . migration of leukocytes
D . constriction of blood vessels

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Answer: D

Explanation:

Inflammation causes dilation, not constriction of blood vessels. This dilation of blood vessels is designed to increase permeability across the blood vessels and facilitate mobility of white blood cells and other phages.