Colostrum

The thin, yellow, serous fluid secreted by the mammary glands during pregnancy and immediately postpartum before lactation begins. It consists of immunologically active substances, white blood cells, water, protein, fat, and carbohydrates.

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Tree Number(s): A12.200.194

MeSH Unique ID: D003126

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• Colostrums

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Colostrum