29 Questions
Which type of epithelium lines the endometrium?
Simple columnar epithelium
During which phase of the menstrual cycle does the myometrium thickness gradually increase?
Secretory phase
What is the function of Osteopontin (OPN) in the process of implantation?
Cell adhesion promotion
Which factor is secreted from the Trophinin glandular epithelium towards the end of the secretion phase?
Glycodelin (placental protein 14 [PP14])
What is the function of MUC-1 in the context of the uterus?
Cell adhesion
What hormone is synthesized by the luteal cells until the end of the 4th month of pregnancy?
Progesterone
What hormone does the placenta start to synthesize in the 2nd month of pregnancy?
Estrogen
What process involves the autolysis of the oocyte?
Apoptosis
Which cells secrete fluid containing nutrients for the oocyte in the uterine tube?
Peg cells
During which phase of the cycle does cilyagenesis increase and the proportion of cilia cells in the uterine tube also increase?
Follicular phase
What type of muscle makes up the thick layer of the tunica muscularis in the uterine tube?
Smooth muscle
What is the role of increased prostaglandins in the ovulation process?
Cause contractions in smooth muscles of the theca
Which cell types transform into Granulosa-lutein cells under the influence of LH?
Granulosa cells
What happens to the oocyte after ovulation?
Released from cumulus cells due to hyaluronic acid
Which cells secrete androgen and progesterone in the corpus luteum?
Theca-lutein cells
What is the main function of the corpus luteum?
Synthesis of estrogen, progestrone, and inhibin
What happens to the menstrual corpus luteum after degeneration?
Lutein cells degenerate
What type of epithelium is found in the cervix?
Squamous
What happens if the lumen of the cervix glands gets blocked?
Development of Nabothian cysts
What is the purpose of taking a smear sample from the cervix?
For cancer diagnosis
Which part of the vagina contains striated muscles?
Muscularis
What characterizes the Mons pubis in females?
Contains muscle fibers and adipose tissue
What is the main function of the mucus secretion in the cervix?
Aids in the passage of spermatozoa
What is the counterpart of the bulbourethral gland in the female reproductive system?
Bartholin glands
Which part of the female external genitalia contains erectile tissue similar to the penis?
Clitoris
Where are Free nerve terminations primarily located in the female external genitalia system?
Mons pubis and labia major
What is the main difference between the Labia minor and Labia major in terms of skin texture?
Labia minor is rich in sebaceous glands while Labia major is hairless
What happens if there is an obstruction of the lumen near the clitoris in the female external genitalia system?
Formation of cysts due to mucus secretion buildup
Where are sensor nerve terminations known as Meissner Corpuscles primarily found in the female external genitalia system?
Mons pubis and labia major
Test your knowledge on the structure and functions of the uterus, including the different regions such as fundus, body, and cervix, as well as the layers of the endometrium. Learn about the phases of the menstrual cycle and the role of progesterone in preparing the uterus for potential pregnancy.
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