Considering the Bulk Flow That Occurs at Capillary Beds, the Lymphatic

question 17

Multiple Choice

Considering the bulk flow that occurs at capillary beds, the lymphatic system is needed to

• A) reabsorb excess fluid from the interstitial fluid.
• B) filter additional fluid to the interstitial fluid.
• C) connect arterioles to venules and provide a shunt from the true capillaries.
• D) regulate colloid osmotic pressure so that filtration levels do not decline.

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