Diapedesis is the
A)loss of blood due to hemorrhaging.
B)production of only red blood cells.
C)production of white blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets.
D)plugging of broken vessels to stop bleeding.
E)migration of white blood cells from the blood out to the tissues.

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Diapedesis is the process by which white blood cells are able to squeeze out of blood vessels and into tissues in response to inflammation or infection. This allows the white blood cells to reach the site of injury or infection and fight off any pathogens present.

Diapedesis Is the