Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life (MindTap Course List)
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Author: Cecie Starr, Ralph Taggart, Christine Evers, Lisa Starr
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Chapter 36, Problem 3CT
Summary Introduction
To explain: Why a low concentration of blood albumin can cause edema.
Concept introduction: Liver is one of the cardinal organs in the human body. It is mainly involved in fat
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Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life (MindTap Course List)
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