The accumulation of fluid in the interstitial space is called ________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


edema

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A. polar.?B. nonpolar.?C. amphipathic.?D. amphiprotic.

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a) phosphates b) bicarbonate c) creatinine d) urea

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Which of the following disorders is associated with excessive secretion of growth hormone?

A. Acromegaly B. Achondroplasia C. Marfans syndrome D. Heterotopic bone

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