This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Hemodynamics, Subject name: Pathology
Generalized body edema is associated with deficiency of? 
Select and explain. 
A. Vitamin B12, B. Sodium, C. Albumin, D. EFAs
C: Albumin
Answer: C: Albumin 
Explanation: Ans. is 'c' i.e., Albumin * When total plasma protein is below 5 gm/dl (normal 6-8 gm/dl) or albumin is below 2.5 gm/dl (normal 3.5-5 gm/dl) edema takes place.* Severe generalized edema is called anasarca.