CMP Licensing Part I Practice Questions - Chinese Medicine Practitioners Licensing Examination Part I (Written) Exam

It is formed by the combination of clean air inhaled by the Lungs and food essence refined by the Spleen; it accumulates in the chest to promote respiration and circulate blood. It is derived from congenital essence, stored in the Kidneys, and distributed via the Sanjiao to warm the organs and stimulate growth. It is the refined portion of food essence that circulates inside the blood vessels to nourish the Zang-Fu organs and tissues. It is the vaporized essence that flows outside the blood vessels to warm the skin, control the opening/closing of pores, and defend against pathogens.