The Clear Liquid Secreted by the Mammary Glands Before Milk

Question

The clear liquid secreted by the mammary glands before milk production begins is called
A) milk.
B) colostrum.
C) serum.
D) plasma.
E) peritoneal.

Accepted Answer

The clear liquid secreted by the mammary glands before milk production begins is called colostrum. Milk production typically starts a few days after giving birth, but colostrum is available immediately and is important for newborns as it contains many essential nutrients and antibodies.