Question

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.
• 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.

Hint:

Acidophils (eosinophils) fight allergy, while cyanophils (basophils) release histamine.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Understanding the Concept
Granulocytes are named by the dye they take up. Acidophils are eosinophils and cyanophils are basophils.

Step 2: Check Statement I
Acidophils do not secrete histamine. They release histaminase and help to counter allergic reactions, so Statement I is incorrect.

Step 3: Check Statement II
Cyanophils secrete histamine, serotonin and heparin, which promote inflammation. They are not anti-histaminic, so Statement II is incorrect.

Step 4: Choose the option
Both statements are incorrect, which is option (B).

Final Answer:
Both statements are incorrect. \[ \boxed{\text{(B) }\text{Both statement I and statement II are incorrect.}} \]