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Chapter 18, Problem 17CA
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The reason why a protein deficiency may accompany edema.
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Proteins are the organic compound made up of amino acids. It is an essential nutrient for humans that performs many important functions. Proteinaceous enzymes help in carrying out many activities of cellular reactions and regulate body tissue and muscles. They are responsible for tissue growth and repair. Protein deficiency in the body can lead to many diseases like edema which is the abnormal amount of fluid accumulated in certain tissues.
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