A protein deficiency may be accompanied by edema because of
A) a decrease in plasma proteins and therefore a decrease in colloid osmotic pressure.
B) lack of sufficient water in the diet.
C) vasodilation of capillaries throughout the body.
D) an increase in blood pressure.
A
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Match the glial cell with its function.A. Influence function of blood-brain barrierB. Macrophages in CNSC. Produce cerebrospinal fluidD. Form myelin sheath around axons in CNSE. Form myelin sheath around part of the axon in the PNSEpendymal cells
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Which of the following is a connective tissue band on the lateral thigh that helps stabilize the knee?
A. Tensor fasciae latae B. Popliteal tendon C. Calcaneal (Achilles) tendon D. Iliotibial tract E. Linea alba