COLOSTRUM
\kˈɒlɒstɹəm], \kˈɒlɒstɹəm], \k_ˈɒ_l_ɒ_s_t_ɹ_ə_m]\
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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.
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
By William R. Warner
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The first milk after accouchement. It contains more serum and butter, and less casein than common milk, and seems to posses an evacuant property, which renders it fit to aid in the expulsion of the meconium. Colostrum formerly meant an emulsion prepared of turpentine and yolk of egg.
By Robley Dunglison
By Willam Alexander Newman Dorland
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