In Capillary Exchange, Which of the Following Statements Is True

question 17

Multiple Choice

In capillary exchange, which of the following statements is true?

• A) Most fluid that leaves the arterial end of a capillary reenters the venous end of a capillary.
• B) Interstitial fluid normally has a higher osmotic pressure than plasma.
• C) Constriction of the precapillary sphincter will increase blood pressure in the capillary.
• D) Interstitial protein concentration is normally higher than plasma protein concentration.
• E) Most fluid that leaves the arterial end of a capillary enters the lymphatic system.

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