The increase in interstitial hydrostatic pressure associated with an edema will lead to a(n)
A) decrease in the recruitment of leukocytes to the site of infection.
B) sensation of pain.
C) release of bradykinin.
D) increase in blood flow.
E) increased movement of water out of the capillaries.
Answer: B) sensation of pain.
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A. CO2. B. C6H12O6. C. H2CO3. D. CaCO3. E. CH4.
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