Cervix

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-012963",
  "term": "Cervix",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The lower, narrow portion of the uterus that connects to the upper part of the vagina. This fibromuscular structure forms a canal that allows for the passage of menstrual fluid from the uterus and sperm into the uterus. The cells lining the cervix are routinely sampled during a Papanicolaou (Pap) test to screen for precancerous or cancerous changes.",
  "synonyms": [
    "cervix uteri",
    "uterine cervix"
  ],
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "uterus",
    "vagina"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 734 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/cervix/"
}