Which of the following does NOT participate in the determination of the concentration of a metabolite in the interstitial fluid?
A) The permeability of the solute through the capillary wall
B) The flow of fluid through the capillaries perfusing the tissue
C) The rate of production or consumption of the m etabolite
D) The surface area of the capillary wall
E) None of the above

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All the options listed (A, B, C, D) play a role in determining the concentration of a metabolite in the interstitial fluid. The permeability of the solute through the capillary wall, the flow of fluid through the capillaries, the rate of production or consumption of the metabolite, and the surface area of the capillary wall all influence metabolite concentration.

Which of the Following Does NOT Participate in the Determination