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  1. ... t cancer, including infections, such as pneumonia or tuberculosis Lung or chest injuries Exudate contains different substances depending on the condition that caused it. For example, exudate from an infection may have signs of pus, bacteria, or fungus . Exudate from cancer usually has cancer cells. A chest injury may cause exudate that includes blood. To help find the specific cause of your pleural effusion, your provider will order other tests on ...