What is Pericardium?

Xīn Bāo · 心包 · Zang-Fu Organs

The Pericardium is the protective sheath of the Heart, shielding it from external pathogens and emotional shock. It shares many functions with the Heart, particularly in governing blood and housing the Shen.

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Pericardium belongs to the Zang-Fu Organs group of Traditional Chinese Medicine terminology. Browse the full TCM glossary or the related terms below.

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What is Pericardium in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

The Pericardium is the protective sheath of the Heart, shielding it from external pathogens and emotional shock. It shares many functions with the Heart, particularly in governing blood and housing the Shen.

What category does Pericardium belong to?

Pericardium is part of the Zang-Fu Organs group of TCM concepts.

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