What is the mechanism of action of omalizumab?
A) Selectively binds to human immunoglobulin E (IgE) receptors on mast cells and eosinophils
B) Blocks the production of leukotriene B4,another arachidonic acid metabolite with proinflammatory activity
C) Performs as a selective competitive antagonist of the cysteinyl-leukotriene receptor and another receptor D4
D) Prevents the release of mediators of type 1 allergic reactions,including histamine
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