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Which structure arises from the urogenital ridge and becomes the kidneys and ureters?
Which structure arises from the urogenital ridge and becomes the kidneys and ureters?
What initiates the formation of testis cords within the genital ridges?
What initiates the formation of testis cords within the genital ridges?
Which of the following describes the process that occurs in male external genitalia development?
Which of the following describes the process that occurs in male external genitalia development?
What defines Hypospadias?
What defines Hypospadias?
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Which condition involves both male and female genitalia and/or secondary sex characteristics?
Which condition involves both male and female genitalia and/or secondary sex characteristics?
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What is one possible outcome for a person with Turner syndrome?
What is one possible outcome for a person with Turner syndrome?
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Which of the following best describes mesonephros?
Which of the following best describes mesonephros?
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In the absence of the SRY gene, which structure will form?
In the absence of the SRY gene, which structure will form?
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What is the primary function of the metanephros in kidney development?
What is the primary function of the metanephros in kidney development?
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What anatomical structure do the ureters serve?
What anatomical structure do the ureters serve?
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Which section of the urogenital sinus is primarily developed into the female urethra?
Which section of the urogenital sinus is primarily developed into the female urethra?
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During kidney development, from which arteries do the kidneys branch as they ascend to their final position?
During kidney development, from which arteries do the kidneys branch as they ascend to their final position?
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What occurs in renal agenesis?
What occurs in renal agenesis?
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What developmental anomaly involves an extra ureteric bud that does not connect to the bladder?
What developmental anomaly involves an extra ureteric bud that does not connect to the bladder?
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Which component is NOT a part of the nephron?
Which component is NOT a part of the nephron?
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What is a characteristic of a bifid ureter?
What is a characteristic of a bifid ureter?
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Study Notes
Urinary and Reproductive System Development
- Embryological Origin: Both systems originate from the intermediate mesoderm. The urogenital ridge differentiates into the nephrogenic cord (kidneys and ureters) and the gonadal ridge (testes or ovaries).
Gonad Development
- Germ Cell Migration: Primitive germ cells migrate from the yolk sac to the genital ridges.
- SRY Gene's Role: The SRY gene initiates testis development. In its absence, ovaries form.
External Genitalia Development
- Male: Genital tubercle elongates, labioscrotal folds fuse (scrotum), urogenital folds fuse (penis). The glans canalizes.
- Female: Genital tubercle does not elongate, labioscrotal folds do not fuse, urethra is separate. Phallic portion forms the clitoris.
Congenital Abnormalities
- Hypospadias: Failure of urethral folds to fuse.
- Paramesonephric Duct Anomalies: Duplicated uterus or vagina, incomplete fusion.
- Persistent Müllerian Duct Syndrome: Failure of testosterone secretion or receptor signaling.
- Differences in Sex Development (DSD): Conditions with mixed male and female characteristics. Examples include 46,XY DSD (genetically male, partially feminized genitals) and 46,XX DSD (genetically female, masculinized genitals).
- Primary Hypogonadism: Gonads do not respond to gonadotropins. Results in a lack of puberty. Examples include Klinefelter's syndrome (males) and Turner syndrome (females).
Kidney Development
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Successive Development:
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Pronephros: A non-functional, vestigial kidney in the cervical region.
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Mesonephros: A primitive kidney forming tubules and ducts in thoracic and lumbar regions
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Metanephros: The definitive kidney, developing from the metanephric mesoderm in the pelvic region.
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Intermediate Mesoderm's Significance: Crucial for the formation of the nephrogenic cord which creates the developing kidneys.
Adult Urinary System
- Components: Kidneys, ureters, bladder, urethra and nephrons (filtering units).
- Nephron Structures: Bowman's capsule, glomerulus, proximal and distal convoluted tubules, loop of Henle.
Kidney Development: Positional and Vascular Changes
- Ascend: Kidneys move from their pelvic origin to their adult abdominal location.
- Vascular Supply: Changes from iliac arteries to the superior abdominal aorta.
Urogenital Sinus Development
- Cloaca Division: The urorectal septum divides the cloaca into urogenital sinus (ventral) and anorectal canal (dorsal).
- Subdivisions: The urogenital sinus forms the bladder, urethra (prostatic/membranous in males, female urethra in females), and vaginal aspects.
Congenital Urinary Anomalies
- Renal Agenesis: Absence of one or both kidneys.
- Ectopic Kidneys: Kidneys are in an abnormal location.
- Bifid Ureter: Bifurcation of the ureteric bud.
- Ectopic Ureter: Ureter opens at an abnormal site.
- Urachal Anomalies: Persistent allantois produces fistulas, sinus, diverticulum or cyst.
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Explore the intricate development of the urinary and reproductive systems from embryological origins to external genitalia formation. This quiz covers key aspects such as germ cell migration, the role of the SRY gene, and common congenital abnormalities. Test your understanding of these vital biological processes!
