Multiple Choice
Excessive accumulation of fluid in tissues outside of the blood vessels is called edema. Which of the following scenarios could result in edema?
A) an increase in the concentration of proteins in the blood
B) a decrease in the volume of blood in the cardiovascular system
C) an alteration of capillary walls so that they are less leaky
D) an increase in the pressure of blood flowing through capillaries
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