Cervix Mucus

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)

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Tree Number(s): A12.200.503.339

MeSH Unique ID: D002582

Entry Terms:

• Mucus, Cervix
• Cervical Mucus
• Mucus, Cervical
• Fern Test
• Fern Tests
• Test, Fern
• Tests, Fern
• Palm-Leaf Reaction
• Palm Leaf Reaction
• Palm-Leaf Reactions
• Reaction, Palm-Leaf
• Reactions, Palm-Leaf

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Fluids and Secretions
Bodily Secretions
Mucus
Cervix Mucus