Increased Capillary Hydrostatic Pressure Results in Edema Because Of

question 34

Multiple Choice

Increased capillary hydrostatic pressure results in edema because of:

• A) Losses or diminished production of plasma albumin
• B) Inflammation resulting from an immune response
• C) Blockage within the lymphatic channel system
• D) Sodium and water retention

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