Edema Results from

question 38

Multiple Choice

Edema results from

• A) accumulation of tissue fluid.
• B) an abnormally high amount of plasma proteins.
• C) the kidney excreting too little protein.
• D) drinking too little water.
• E) drinking more water than normal.

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