PHYSIOLOGICAL AND PATHOLOGICAL CONSIDERATION OF RAKTADHATU AS PER AYURVEDA AND MODERN SCIENCE
Dr. Manoj Pundlikrao Rathod*
ABSTRACT
Raktadhatu (Blood) is one of the important amongst the seven Dhatu in body. Rudhiram, Shonitam, Lohitam and Astram are synonyms of Raktadhatu. Rasa Dhatu contributes towards the formation of Rakta Dhatu, the nutrient substances transported by Rasa Dhatu acquired red coloured under the influence of Ushma of Pitta. Ayurveda described Yakrit and Pleeha as Sthana of Rakta Dhatu. Rakta is Jala Mahabhut predominance Dhatu. Raktadhatu support functioning of other Dhatus and maintain the circulatory process of body. Abnormalities in Raktadhatu can lead pathological manifestations including weakness, infections and skin disorders, etc. Rakta Dhatu also considered as Pranayatana since it play important role towards the vital functioning of body. Considering these all aspect present article described physiological and pathological consideration of Raktadhatu.
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