What is Uterus?

Zǐ Gōng · 子宫 · Zang-Fu Organs

The Uterus stores and regulates menstrual blood and is responsible for conception and pregnancy. Its function is closely linked to the Liver, Kidney, and Chong and Ren meridians.

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Uterus 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 Uterus in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

The Uterus stores and regulates menstrual blood and is responsible for conception and pregnancy. Its function is closely linked to the Liver, Kidney, and Chong and Ren meridians.

What category does Uterus belong to?

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

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