| Keyword | Ranjaka Pitta |
| Type | S. |
| Etymology/ Definition | रागकृत रसस्य रञ्जकाग्निसंज्ञं पित्तं । सु.सू.१५/२ डल्हण |
| Reference | S.Su.15/2 D`alhan`a, A.H.Su.12/13 |
| Literary Meaning | M / W – colouring, biliary humour on which vision depends |
| Implied Meaning | It is a subtype of Pitta Dosha . This Pitta located in Aamaas`haya ( stomach ) is known as Ranjaka Pitta. |
| Elaboration | It imparts red colour to Rasa and converts it to Rakta ( the second Dhaatu ). As per Sus`hruta it is situated in spleen and liver. It is responsible for the formation of blood. Any abnormality in the physiological function of Ranjaka Pitta leads to blood disorders. |
| Synonyms | Ranjakaagni |
| Antonym | Paachaka |
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