What is the name of the yellowish watery fluid secreted by the mammary glands immediately after delivery (baby is nourished on this until the mother's milk comes in)?
A) Lanugo
B) Vernix caseosa
C) Meconium
D) Colostrum

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Colostrum is the yellowish watery fluid secreted by the mammary glands immediately after delivery. This fluid is rich in nutrients and antibodies, providing essential nourishment and immune support to the newborn before the mother's milk comes in. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect as they refer to different substances present in newborns or during pregnancy.

What Is the Name of the Yellowish Watery Fluid Secreted