Also called the ren meridian, the conception meridian is associated with the yin aspect of the body and is believed to be responsible for the regulation of the reproductive and digestive systems. It is also thought to play a role in the overall circulation of qi throughout the body.
The conception meridian arises from the lower abdomen and emerges from the perineum. It runs anteriorly to the pubic region and ascends along the interior of the abdomen, passing through Guanyuan (C-4) and the other points along the front midline to the throat. Running further upward, it curves around the lips, passes through the cheek and enters the infraorbital region (Chengqi, St-1). In total, there are 24 points on this meridian.