Transport Mechanisms/Oedema Flashcards
1
Q
80% of total ECF osmolarity is due to?
A
Na And Cl
2
Q
50% of total ICF osmolarity due to?
A
K
3
Q
What is capillary (hydrostatic) pressure?
A
it forces fluid from the capillary to the interstitium
4
Q
What is interstitial (hydrostatic) pressure?
A
it may be positive or negative:
- positive forces fluid into the interstitium
- negative forces fluid into the capillary
5
Q
What is interstitial oncotic pressure?
A
- small amount of protein in the interstitium tends to pull fluid out of capillary
- 8 mmHg
6
Q
What is plasma oncotic pressure?
A
