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Introduction: Dosha, Dhatu, and Mala are the three basic physiological elements of the human body. Among these, the Dhatus, which help to nourish and support the body. The sixth Dhatu, Majja Dhatu, is made in the Majjavaha Srotas from the Prasada Bhaga of Asthi with the support of Majja Dhatwagni and Bhutagni. Vayu Mahabhuta makes space in the Asthi Dhatu, or bone, during its creation. These spaces are occupied by the Meda Dhatu (nourishing fat), it is referred as Majja or bone marrow. Majja Dhatu Vahana Srotas are explained in detail by Acharya Charaka. Majja Dhatu is said to be present within the Sthula Asthi, although Acharya Susrutha has not explained a unique entity to carry it in the body. Since Majja Dhatu is the one who performs Asthi Puranam, Asthi Dhatu is most impacted when Majja Kshaya occurs. Aims and Objectives: To understand Majja Dhatu and the Srotomoola in relation to modern physiology of bone marrow. Material and Method: Literature searches were conducted using classical text in Ayurveda, contemporary books, articles and many others. Discussion and Conclusion: Various Acharya state that the Majja Dhatu, which is present inside the Asthi engages Purana (filling), gives strength to the body and nourishes the Shukra Dhatu. Possible interpretations for Majja Dhatu can be taken as bone marrow present inside the bone.