If plasma protein leaks into the tissue spaces,
A)edema develops.
B)the tissue space becomes dehydrated as excess tissue fluid enters the capillaries.
C)blood volume expands as excess fluid is absorbed into the blood vessels (capillaries).
D)All of the above occur.

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When plasma protein leaks into the tissue spaces, it lowers the osmotic pressure in the capillaries, causing fluid to move from the capillaries into the tissues. This leads to the development of edema or swelling. Option B is incorrect because excess tissue fluid does not enter the capillaries in this scenario but instead flows out of them. Option C is incorrect because blood volume does not expand but rather decreases due to the loss of fluid from the circulation. Therefore, option A is the correct choice.

If Plasma Protein Leaks into the Tissue Spaces