27 Questions
What is the primary function of the secretory phase in the uterine cycle?
Enrichment of the blood supply and glandular secretion of nutrients to prepare the endometrium to receive an embryo
During which phase of the ovarian cycle do the menstrual and proliferative phases of the uterine cycle occur?
Follicular phase
What is the term for the shedding of the functional layer of the endometrium?
Menstrual phase
What is the relationship between the secretory phase of the uterine cycle and the luteal phase of the ovarian cycle?
They occur simultaneously
What triggers the LH/FSH surge in the female reproductive cycle?
High estrogen levels
What is the primary function of the cortical reaction during fertilization?
To prevent polyspermy by modifying the zona pellucida
During which phase of the ovarian cycle do structural changes in the ovarian follicles occur?
Luteal phase
What is the primary function of the suspensory ligament of the ovary?
To support the ovary
What is the function of the decidua basalis during implantation?
To attach the embryo to the uterus
What is the primary function of the lactiferous ducts in the mammary glands?
To transport milk
At what stage of embryonic development is the embryo approximately 41/2 weeks old?
Embryo stage
What is the main function of the cremaster muscle in the male reproductive system?
To regulate the temperature of the testes
What is the name of the serous sac that encloses the testes?
Tunica vaginalis
What is the process by which sperm cells are formed in the seminiferous tubules?
Spermatogenesis
What is the function of the pseudostratified columnar epithelium in the epididymis?
To absorb and process sperm
What is the name of the gland that secretes about 60% of the volume of semen?
Seminal vesicle
What is the name of the phase of the ovarian cycle that occurs after ovulation?
Luteal phase
What is the name of the layer of the endometrium that is shed during menstruation?
Functional layer
What is the name of the hormone that regulates the events of the ovarian cycle?
LH
What is the name of the ligament that holds the ovary in place?
Suspensory ligament
What is the name of the process by which the endometrium prepares for implantation of an embryo?
Decidualization
What is the main purpose of the chorionic villi in the placenta?
To facilitate the exchange of nutrients and oxygen between the maternal and fetal blood
What is the term for the process of expelling the infant from the uterus during childbirth?
Parturition
What is the most common type of cancer that affects the reproductive system in males?
Prostate cancer
What is the term for the cessation of ovulation and menstruation in females, typically occurring around age 46-54?
Menopause
What is the purpose of the decidua basalis in the placenta?
To form the maternal portion of the placenta
What is the term for the layer of the placenta that consists of all three layers of the chorionic villi?
Placental barrier
This quiz covers the male reproductive system, including the scrotum, testes, and associated muscles. Learn about the anatomy and functions of the seminal vesicle, ampulla, and prostatic urethra.
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