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  • Extracellular Fluid: Understanding Fluids Outside Cells - Definition & Types
    Body fluids outside of cells are called extracellular fluids.

    Here's a breakdown:

    * Intracellular fluid is the fluid found inside cells.

    * Extracellular fluid is the fluid found outside cells, and it makes up about 1/3 of the total body water.

    Extracellular fluid is further divided into two main categories:

    * Interstitial fluid: The fluid that fills the spaces between cells in tissues.

    * Blood plasma: The liquid component of blood.

    Other important extracellular fluids include:

    * Lymph: A fluid that circulates through the lymphatic system, collecting waste and transporting it to the blood.

    * Cerebrospinal fluid: The fluid that surrounds the brain and spinal cord.

    * Synovial fluid: The fluid that lubricates joints.

    Let me know if you'd like to learn more about any of these fluids!

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