Which of the choices below reflects the balance (or imbalance) between the direction and amount of fluid that flows across the capillary walls?

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The balance (or imbalance) between the direction and amount of fluid that flows across the capillary walls is primarily controlled by the balance between hydrostatic pressure (outward force) and osmotic pressure (inward force) of the blood within the capillaries. Therefore, choice B is the best answer. Plasma and formed element concentration (choice A), hydrostatic pressure only (choice C), and blood volume and viscosity (choice D) do not fully reflect this balance.

Which of the Choices Below Reflects the Balance (Or Imbalance)