After initial entry of bacteria into a cut in the skin,vasodilation of local blood vessels and increased capillary permeability occur.These phenomena are
A)Part of the specific immune response
B)Accompanied by chemotaxis of B lymphocytes
C)Initiated by antibody activation of complement
D)Components of the inflammatory response
E)Both part of the specific immune response and initiated by antibody activation of complement are correct

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Vasodilation and increased capillary permeability are components of the inflammatory response, which is a non-specific immune response. This response is initiated by various factors such as mechanical injury, chemical irritation, or the presence of microorganisms. Chemotaxis of B lymphocytes and antibody activation of complement are part of specific immune responses.

After Initial Entry of Bacteria into a Cut in the Skin,vasodilation