The term serous is an adjective. It used to describe anything that resembles serum. Substances which contain serum are also referred to as serous. When blood clots its solid components separate out from the liquid component. The liquid component that remains is a clear yellowish fluid. This is called serum or blood serum. For example, the term 'serous blood fluid' refers to the blood serum.
Serous also refers to any body fluid but is clear in appearance. Serous fluid is generally found in a condition called edema. In this, serum or clear fluid accumulates in body cavities or in spaces between tissues.
Another kind of serous fluid found between two membranes lubricates the membranes or muscles and reduces the friction caused by movement.
Serous also refers to any body fluid but is clear in appearance. Serous fluid is generally found in a condition called edema. In this, serum or clear fluid accumulates in body cavities or in spaces between tissues.
Another kind of serous fluid found between two membranes lubricates the membranes or muscles and reduces the friction caused by movement.
