KROK 1 2018 – Question 68 · KROK (Medicine) · Pathophysiology
A woman has been limiting the amount of products in her diet to lose some weight. 3 months later she developed edemas and her diuresis increased. What dietary component deficiency is the cause of this?
- A. Fats
- B. Proteins
- C. Minerals
- D. Carbohydrates
- E. Vitamins
Hint
Ask which dietary component's long shortage lowers plasma oncotic pressure and lets fluid move out of the vessels into the tissues.
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