In capillary exchange, which of the following statements is true?

A. Most fluid that leaves the arterial end of a capillary reenters the venous end of a capillary.
B. Constriction of the precapillary sphincter will increase blood pressure in the capillary.
C. Most fluid that leaves the arterial end of a capillary enters the lymphatic system.
D. Interstitial protein concentration is normally higher than plasma protein concentration.
E. Interstitial fluid normally has a higher osmotic pressure than plasma.


Answer: A

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