Excess Accumulation of Fluid, Which Impairs the Exchange of Materials

question 78

Multiple Choice

Excess accumulation of fluid, which impairs the exchange of materials within the tissues, is called ________.

• A) stroke
• B) shock
• C) edema
• D) MALT (mucosa-associated lymphatic tissue)

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