An abnormal accumulation of lymph in the interstitial spaces is:
A) lymphangitis.
B) lymphedema.
C) lymphostasis.
D) lymphadenitis.
B
Explanation: A) Lymphangitis is inflammation of the lymph vessels.
B) Correct.
C) Lymphostasis would be stagnation of the lymph flow.
D) Lymphadenitis is inflammation of the lymph glands.
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