ACC Meridian and Channel Pathways 3

Question 1

The Conception Vessel (Ren Mai) is considered the 'sea of Yin channels' and originates from which location?

Accepted Answer

The perineum (CV 1)

Answer

The Conception Vessel originates from the uterus/lower abdomen and emerges at the perineum at CV 1 (Huiyin).

Question 2

Which meridian runs through the throat, connecting with the root of the tongue and spreading over its lower surface?

Accepted Answer

Kidney

Answer

The Kidney meridian ascends through the throat and terminates at the root of the tongue.

Question 3

The Gallbladder meridian has a complex zigzag course on the head. It terminates at which point on the fourth toe?

Accepted Answer

GB 44 (Zuqiaoyin)

Answer

The Gallbladder meridian terminates at GB 44 (Zuqiaoyin) on the lateral side of the fourth toe.

Question 4

Which extraordinary vessel is described as the 'sea of the twelve meridians' and regulates Qi and blood in all channels?

Accepted Answer

Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel)

Answer

The Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel) is called the 'sea of the twelve meridians' and regulates Qi and blood.

Question 5

The Large Intestine meridian begins at LI 1 on the index finger and ends at LI 20; what structure does LI 20 (Yingxiang) lie beside?

Accepted Answer

Lateral ala of the nose

Answer

LI 20 (Yingxiang) is located in the nasolabial groove beside the lateral ala of the nose.

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