《英文msh詞典》Palm-Leaf Reaction
[同義詞] Palm-Leaf Reaction
[主題詞] Cervix Mucus
[中文釋義] 掌葉反應(yīng)
[英文釋義] A slightly alkaline secretion of the endocervical glands. The consistency and amount are dependent on the physiological hormone changes in the menstrual cycle. It contains the glycoprotein mucin,amino acids,sugar,enzymes,and electrolytes,with a water content up to 90%. The mucus is a useful protection against the ascent of bacteria and sperm into the uterus. (From Dictionary of Obstetrics and Gynecology,1988)