ACC Meridian Theory & Anatomy 3

Question 1

Which two meridians form the 'Hand Taiyin – Hand Yangming' interior-exterior pair?

Accepted Answer

Lung and Large Intestine

Answer

The Lung (Hand Taiyin) and Large Intestine (Hand Yangming) are interior-exterior partners sharing a Taiyin-Yangming relationship.

Question 2

Which meridian has its source (yuan) point located at KD-3 (Taixi)?

Accepted Answer

Kidney meridian

Answer

KD-3 (Taixi), located posterior to the medial malleolus, is the source (yuan) point of the Kidney meridian.

Question 3

The Small Intestine meridian ends at which point on the face?

Accepted Answer

SI-19 (Tinggong)

Answer

The Small Intestine meridian terminates at SI-19 (Tinggong), located anterior to the tragus of the ear.

Question 4

The Yin Qiao Mai (Yin Motility Vessel) originates from which acupuncture point?

Accepted Answer

KD-6

Answer

The Yin Qiao Mai originates at KD-6 (Zhaohai), located below the medial malleolus.

Question 5

Which meridian passes through the breast and is therefore clinically important in treating breast disorders?

Accepted Answer

Stomach meridian

Answer

The Stomach meridian passes through the breast (nipple is at ST-17), making it clinically significant for breast conditions.

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