What is Ren Mai (Conception Vessel)?

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This vessel originates in the pelvis and ascends along the midline of the anterior aspect of the body, governing all Yin channels and having a strong connection to female reproductive health.

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Ren Mai (Conception Vessel) belongs to the Channels & Vessels group of Traditional Chinese Medicine terminology. Browse the full TCM glossary or the related terms below.

Related Channels & Vessels terms

Bladder Channel of Foot TaiyangChong Mai (Penetrating Vessel)Dai Mai (Belt Vessel)Du Mai (Governing Vessel)Eight Extraordinary VesselsGallbladder Channel of Foot ShaoyangHeart Channel of Hand ShaoyinKidney Channel of Foot ShaoyinLarge Intestine Channel of Hand YangmingLiver Channel of Foot JueyinLung Channel of Hand TaiyinLuo Mai (Collaterals)Pericardium Channel of Hand JueyinSan Jiao Channel of Hand Shaoyang

Frequently asked questions

What is Ren Mai (Conception Vessel) in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

This vessel originates in the pelvis and ascends along the midline of the anterior aspect of the body, governing all Yin channels and having a strong connection to female reproductive health.

What category does Ren Mai (Conception Vessel) belong to?

Ren Mai (Conception Vessel) is part of the Channels & Vessels group of TCM concepts.

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