Which of the following would reflect the typical net hydrostatic pressure (HP) at the arterial end of the capillary? 12 mm Hg 1 mm Hg 34 mm Hg
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At the arteriolar end of a capillary, consider these values: Within the capillary: Hydrostatic Pressure (HPc) = 37 mm Hg while the Colloid Osmotic Pressure (OPc) = 27 mm Hg In the interstitial fluid: Hydrostatic Pressure (HPif) = 1 mm Hg while the Colloid Osmotic Pressure (OPif) = 2 mm Hg. What is the net hydrostatic pressure? What is the net colloid osmotic pressure? What is the net filtration pressure (NFP)? Does fluid move into or out of the capillary?
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