Edema can occur when there is
A. an increase in the amount of plasma proteins.
B. a decrease in blood pressure.
C. a decrease in capillary permeability to proteins.
D. a blockage of the lymphatics.
E. an increase in blood colloid osmotic pressure.
Answer: D
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