👉 The term "lecithoid" is a medical term that refers to certain cells found in the lining of the uterus, cervix and vagina. These cells are known as "lecithin-producing cells," and they play a crucial role in the production of cholesterol in the body. Lecithin-producing cells are responsible for the production of cholesterol, which is essential for cell membrane stability and for the synthesis of various hormones, including those involved with ovulation (the process by which a woman's