Question

Which of the following statements is false concerning the movement of fluid between capillaries and interstitial space? A. Blood osmotic pressure moves fluid from the interstitial space to the capillary. B. The net filtration pressure is usually zero. C. Blood hydrostatic pressure forces fluid from the capillary to the interstitial space. D. The osmotic pressure of the interstitial fluid is less than the blood osmotic pressure. E. The hydrostatic pressure of the interstitial fluid is largely unimportant in determining fluid movement.

Answer 1

Answer:

Option (B).

Explanation:

The different pressures are required for the movement of the fluid between the interstitial space and capillaries. This pressure difference is important to maintain the gradient and allows the movement.

Net filtration pressure may be defined as the minimum pressure required for the movement of the substances. The net filtration pressure is around 10 mm Hg. The net filtration pressure cannot be equal to zero and if its zero it can cause sudden drop in blood pressure and other health related problems.]

Thus, the correct answer is option (B).