_______ Occurs as the Volume of Interstitial Fluid Increases

Question

_______ occurs as the volume of interstitial fluid increases.
A) Fever
B) Phagocytosis
C) Immunity
D) Edema

Accepted Answer

Edema is the accumulation of excess fluid in the interstitial space, which can cause swelling and discomfort. This can be caused by a variety of factors, including inflammation, injury, or conditions that affect fluid balance in the body. Other options, such as fever, phagocytosis, and immunity, do not directly relate to the accumulation of interstitial fluid.