A type of psychological test that assesses a person's thinking patterns, observational ability, feelings, and attitudes on the basis of responses to ambiguous test materials. It is not intended to diagnose psychiatric disorders. Mentioned in: Thematic Apperception Test.
Types of Edema. Edema is the accumulation of abnormal levels of fluid in the circulatory system and the tissues between the bodyâs cells (interstitial tissue). This condition often causes tissue underneath the skin to swell, and is common when lymphatic blockage occurs.his excess fluid gets trapped in the bodyâs tissue in a greater capacity than the lymphatic system can eliminate. Generally, edema is physically unnoticeable until the interstitial fluid volume is approximately 30% above normal (normal fluid volume is 10%).
Edema is a type of swelling caused by excess fluid becoming trapped in the tissues of the body. It typically affects extremities such as the hands, feet and ankles, but it also occurs in the arms and legs and can potentially affect any part of the body. Varicose veins may also be found when this is the cause of edema. 2  Lymph node problems: An inadequate lymphatic system leads to the lymph nodes being unable to properly drain excess fluid from tissues in the body, which could cause edema to occur.