Question

20 plasma proteins contribute to the ____________ pressure of the blood. multiple choice central venous hydrostatic filtration osmotic

Explanation:

Plasma proteins, especially albumin, create an osmotic gradient that helps in maintaining fluid balance in the blood - tissue interface. They contribute to the osmotic pressure of the blood. Central venous pressure is related to the pressure in the vena cava near the heart. Hydrostatic pressure is due to the weight of the blood itself. Filtration pressure is related to the movement of fluid across capillary walls due to a combination of hydrostatic and osmotic forces.

Answer:

D. osmotic