This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: General anatomy, Subject name: Anatomy
The role of bradykinin in process of inflammation is 
Select and explain. 
A. Vasoconstriction, B. Bronchiodilatation, C. Pain, D. Increase in vascular permeability
D: Increase in vascular permeability
Answer: D: Increase in vascular permeability 
Explanation: Ref Robbins 8/e p65- 66 ; 9/e p89 Bradykinin is a potent endothelium-dependent vasodilator and mild diuretic, which may cause a lowering of the blood pressure. It also causes contraction of non-vascular smooth muscle in the bronchus and gut, increases vascular permeability and is also involved in the mechanism of pain.