Fluid Exchange in Tissues Quiz

What percentage of the extracellular fluid is made up of plasma and interstitial fluid?

• 97%

• 75%

• 100%

• 50%

Which of the following is NOT regulated by homeostasis in the extracellular fluid?

• pH levels

• Calcium concentration

• Sodium concentration

• Red blood cell count

What is the primary function of interstitial fluid?

• Carrying red blood cells

• Exchanging water and solutes with cells

• Producing hormones

• Transporting oxygen

Which fluid is considered a transcellular fluid?

• Blood plasma

• Lymph

• Interstitial fluid

• Cerebrospinal fluid

What is the role of the lymphatic system in fluid exchange?

• It filters red blood cells

• It returns protein and excess interstitial fluid to circulation

• It produces white blood cells

• It regulates blood pressure