Female Reproductive Anatomy Quiz

External Female Structures

• The external female reproductive organs are collectively called the Vulva
• Mons Pubis: Rounded, soft fullness over the symphysis pubis covered with pubic hair
• Labia Majora: Two fleshy folds extending from the mons pubis to the perineum, protecting the labia minora, urinary meatus, and vaginal introitus
• Labia Minora: Narrow folds located between the labia majora, pigmented, similar to vaginal mucosa
• Clitoris: Erectile organ highly sensitive to temperature, touch, and pressure
• Vestibule: Oval-shaped area between the labia minora, clitoris, and fourchette, containing the external urethral meatus, vaginal introitus, and Bartholin's glands
• Perineum: Posterior part of the external female reproductive organs extending from the fourchette to the anus, composed of fibrous and muscular tissues supporting pelvic structures

Internal Female Structures

• Vagina: Elastic fibro-muscular tube connecting the uterus to the vestibule
• Uterus: Hollow, pear-shaped muscular organ measuring 7.5 X 5 X 2.5 cm, normally anteverted and antiflexed
• Fallopian Tubes: Two tubes extending from the cornu of the uterus to the ovary, divided into:
  • Interstitial part: Runs into the uterine cavity, between the fundus and body of the uterus, 1-2 cm long
  • Isthmus: Narrow part adjacent to the uterus, 2-3 cm long
  • Ampulla: Wider part, 5 cm long, where fertilization occurs
  • Infundibulum: Funnel-shaped part with fimbriae (fingerlike processes) that help with ovum pickup
• Ovaries: Oval solid structures located on each side of the uterus, producing estrogen & progesterone and ova

Structure of the Ovaries

• Cortex: Outer layer
• Medulla: Inner layer
• Hilum: Area where blood vessels and nerves enter

Function of the Uterus

• Menstruation: Uterus sloughs off the endometrium
• Pregnancy: Uterus supports and allows fetus to grow
• Labor and Birth: Uterine muscles contract and cervix dilates to expel fetus

Function of the Vagina

• Allows discharge of menstrual flow
• Serves as female organ for intercourse
• Allows passage of the fetus from the uterus

Layers of the Uterus

• Perimetrium: Outer peritoneal layer
• Myometrium: Middle thick muscle layer with longitudinal, figure-8, and circular fibers
• Endometrium: Inner layer responsive to estrogen and progesterone, consisting of the compact, basal, and functional layers

Support Structures

• Bony Pelvis: Supports and protects the lower abdominal and internal reproductive organs

Test your knowledge on the external and internal structures of the female reproductive system. This quiz covers key components such as the vulva, labia, clitoris, and vagina, along with their functions. Perfect for students studying human anatomy or biology.