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Category - Scientific Basis for Dental Hygiene Practice

What causes rubor during the inflammatory response?
  1. Exudation of fluid
  2. Released mediators
  3. Increase vascularity
  4. Vasoconstriction
Explanation
Answer: C - Rubor is due to increased vascularity during the inflammatory response. Rubor lasts for just a few seconds. The increased vascularity is followed by the exudation of fluids that will cause a tumor. Soon after, chemical mediators will cause pain and heat.
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