Extra points
EX-HN-12 (Jīnjīn, 金津) — Golden Fluid
- Meridian
- Extra points (EX)
- Anatomical view
- head
- Point classification
- Left sublingual vein point; paired with EX-HN-13 Yuye.
- Depth reference
- Prick with a three-edged needle to bleed.
- Moxibustion
- Contraindicated.
- Reference aliases
- EXHN-12; Jinjin; 金津; Golden Fluid
Anatomical location
On the underside of the tongue, on the vein to the left of the frenulum (its counterpart Yuye is on the right).
Traditional actions
Clears heat, generates fluids and reduces swelling.
Recorded indications
Primary: Swelling and pain of the tongue; mouth ulcers; diabetes (wasting-thirst); vomiting
Secondary: Aphasia from stiff tongue; sore throat; salivation
How to read this reference
AcuAtlas separates anatomical location, traditional classification, recorded actions, indications, insertion-depth references, and moxibustion notes because these fields answer different study questions. The location statement is the orientation anchor. The classification and actions describe traditional reference categories, while indications summarize how checked educational sources associate the point with established teaching material. They are not a recommendation to select or stimulate the point.
Depth and moxibustion entries are reproduced as bounded reference notes rather than procedural instructions. Individual anatomy, technique, angle, clinical setting, and local professional standards can change what is appropriate. Review the cited documents and supervised training material before using any technical field. The normalized map coordinate is included only to place the point on the matching AcuAtlas body plate; it is not a substitute for palpation or anatomical assessment.
Sources
References displayed on this page were recorded with the point dataset.
Frequently asked questions
Where is EX-HN-12 located?
On the underside of the tongue, on the vein to the left of the frenulum (its counterpart Yuye is on the right).
What reference actions and indications are recorded for EX-HN-12?
Clears heat, generates fluids and reduces swelling. The dataset lists these primary indications: Swelling and pain of the tongue; mouth ulcers; diabetes (wasting-thirst); vomiting Secondary indications are recorded as: Aphasia from stiff tongue; sore throat; salivation
Is EX-HN-12 safe during pregnancy?
This dataset does not identify EX-HN-12 as one of its five mandatory pregnancy-caution points. That is not a declaration of safety. Pregnancy-related point selection requires individualized assessment by a qualified clinician.