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What is the primary function of the seminiferous tubules?
What is the primary function of the seminiferous tubules?
- Transport sperm to the epididymis
- Store immature sperm
- Produce androgens such as testosterone
- Act as sperm-forming factories (correct)
How do interstitial cells in the seminiferous tubules contribute to male reproductive health?
How do interstitial cells in the seminiferous tubules contribute to male reproductive health?
- They transport sperm from the rete testis to the ductus deferens
- They facilitate the movement of sperm during ejaculation
- They provide nourishment to sperm in the epididymis
- They produce androgens such as testosterone (correct)
What role does the epididymis serve in the male reproductive system?
What role does the epididymis serve in the male reproductive system?
- It temporarily stores and matures immature sperm (correct)
- It transports sperm to the urethra
- It is where sperm are produced
- It produces testosterone for sperm maturation
Which duct is involved in the transport of sperm during ejaculation?
Which duct is involved in the transport of sperm during ejaculation?
Which statement about sperm structure is true?
Which statement about sperm structure is true?
What is produced when a Type B daughter cell undergoes meiosis?
What is produced when a Type B daughter cell undergoes meiosis?
What is the haploid number of chromosomes in human gametes?
What is the haploid number of chromosomes in human gametes?
Which process refers to the transformation of spermatids into functional sperm?
Which process refers to the transformation of spermatids into functional sperm?
How long does the complete process of spermatogenesis take?
How long does the complete process of spermatogenesis take?
Which structure is found anterior to the sperm head?
Which structure is found anterior to the sperm head?
What is the outcome of the union of a sperm and an egg?
What is the outcome of the union of a sperm and an egg?
What distinguishes meiosis from mitosis?
What distinguishes meiosis from mitosis?
Which type of daughter cell continues the stem cell population during spermatogenesis?
Which type of daughter cell continues the stem cell population during spermatogenesis?
What is the role of Daughter cell type A during spermatogenesis?
What is the role of Daughter cell type A during spermatogenesis?
What process marks the transition from a spermatogonium to a primary spermatocyte?
What process marks the transition from a spermatogonium to a primary spermatocyte?
During which phase does the primary spermatocyte undergo meiosis I?
During which phase does the primary spermatocyte undergo meiosis I?
What is the end product of spermatogenesis?
What is the end product of spermatogenesis?
Which hormone primarily regulates spermatogenesis?
Which hormone primarily regulates spermatogenesis?
What happens to secondary spermatocytes during meiosis II?
What happens to secondary spermatocytes during meiosis II?
What is the main characteristic of late spermatids compared to early spermatids?
What is the main characteristic of late spermatids compared to early spermatids?
During which stage do spermatids transform into functional sperm?
During which stage do spermatids transform into functional sperm?
What physical structure facilitates the production of sperm in males?
What physical structure facilitates the production of sperm in males?
What is the chromosomal composition of mature sperm cells?
What is the chromosomal composition of mature sperm cells?
What is the stage at which a fertilized egg is referred to as a zygote?
What is the stage at which a fertilized egg is referred to as a zygote?
Which stage follows the 4-cell stage in embryonic development?
Which stage follows the 4-cell stage in embryonic development?
What key change occurs during the transition from morula to early blastocyst?
What key change occurs during the transition from morula to early blastocyst?
At what stage are trophoblast cells primarily established?
At what stage are trophoblast cells primarily established?
At what day does implantation of the blastocyst typically occur?
At what day does implantation of the blastocyst typically occur?
Which structure serves as the site of sperm maturation and storage?
Which structure serves as the site of sperm maturation and storage?
Which gland contributes fluid to semen and is located posterior to the bladder?
Which gland contributes fluid to semen and is located posterior to the bladder?
What is the primary function of the prostate gland in male reproductive anatomy?
What is the primary function of the prostate gland in male reproductive anatomy?
What hormone triggers the release of testosterone from interstitial cells?
What hormone triggers the release of testosterone from interstitial cells?
Which part of the male reproductive system is the pathway through which urine and semen exit the body?
Which part of the male reproductive system is the pathway through which urine and semen exit the body?
Which hormone is responsible for stimulating spermatogonia to produce sperm?
Which hormone is responsible for stimulating spermatogonia to produce sperm?
Which structure is primarily responsible for transporting sperm from the epididymis to the ejaculatory duct?
Which structure is primarily responsible for transporting sperm from the epididymis to the ejaculatory duct?
What is the sequence of hormonal release that leads to spermatogenesis?
What is the sequence of hormonal release that leads to spermatogenesis?
Which male reproductive structure is involved in the production of a lubricating secretion?
Which male reproductive structure is involved in the production of a lubricating secretion?
Which part of the penis contains erectile tissue that facilitates erection?
Which part of the penis contains erectile tissue that facilitates erection?
How does testosterone affect spermatogenesis?
How does testosterone affect spermatogenesis?
Which part of the brain is responsible for releasing gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH)?
Which part of the brain is responsible for releasing gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH)?
What is the term for the external part of the penis that is sensitive and involved in sexual arousal?
What is the term for the external part of the penis that is sensitive and involved in sexual arousal?
What triggers the anterior pituitary gland to release FSH and LH?
What triggers the anterior pituitary gland to release FSH and LH?
Which of the following processes is stimulated by testosterone?
Which of the following processes is stimulated by testosterone?
What is a primary function of gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH)?
What is a primary function of gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH)?
What is the primary site for fertilization within the female reproductive duct system?
What is the primary site for fertilization within the female reproductive duct system?
Which structure in the uterine (fallopian) tubes has finger-like projections that help receive the oocyte?
Which structure in the uterine (fallopian) tubes has finger-like projections that help receive the oocyte?
What is the relationship between the ovaries and uterine tubes in terms of contact?
What is the relationship between the ovaries and uterine tubes in terms of contact?
What supports and encloses the uterine tubes?
What supports and encloses the uterine tubes?
Which part of the uterine tube is described as the distal, funnel-shaped end?
Which part of the uterine tube is described as the distal, funnel-shaped end?
What type of movement do cilia inside the uterine tubes utilize to transport the oocyte?
What type of movement do cilia inside the uterine tubes utilize to transport the oocyte?
Which part of the uterine tube often aids in the ovulated oocyte's transport speed?
Which part of the uterine tube often aids in the ovulated oocyte's transport speed?
What component forms the initial part of the female reproductive duct system?
What component forms the initial part of the female reproductive duct system?
What is the recommended frequency for mammography for women aged 45 to 54 if results are normal?
What is the recommended frequency for mammography for women aged 45 to 54 if results are normal?
Which of the following signals is often associated with breast cancer?
Which of the following signals is often associated with breast cancer?
During what period is a developing offspring referred to as an embryo?
During what period is a developing offspring referred to as an embryo?
What is the gestation period in humans approximately measured from?
What is the gestation period in humans approximately measured from?
What is the maximum time an oocyte remains viable after ovulation?
What is the maximum time an oocyte remains viable after ovulation?
For fertilization to successfully occur, when should sexual intercourse take place relative to ovulation?
For fertilization to successfully occur, when should sexual intercourse take place relative to ovulation?
What best describes the term 'conceptus'?
What best describes the term 'conceptus'?
What is required for sperm cells to successfully fertilize an egg?
What is required for sperm cells to successfully fertilize an egg?
What structure is connected to the ovary and helps transport the egg to the uterus?
What structure is connected to the ovary and helps transport the egg to the uterus?
Which ligament provides support to the uterus and is associated with the ovarian ligament?
Which ligament provides support to the uterus and is associated with the ovarian ligament?
Which part of the female reproductive anatomy is responsible for the passage of urine and birth canal?
Which part of the female reproductive anatomy is responsible for the passage of urine and birth canal?
What structure in the female reproductive system is responsible for secreting mucus during arousal?
What structure in the female reproductive system is responsible for secreting mucus during arousal?
What layer surrounds the uterus and is responsible for its protection?
What layer surrounds the uterus and is responsible for its protection?
Which structure plays a crucial role in anchoring the uterus in place?
Which structure plays a crucial role in anchoring the uterus in place?
What is the primary function of fimbriae in the female reproductive system?
What is the primary function of fimbriae in the female reproductive system?
Which of the following structures is involved in the reproductive cycle but does not directly participate in ovulation?
Which of the following structures is involved in the reproductive cycle but does not directly participate in ovulation?
What is the effect of rising testosterone levels on the hypothalamus and pituitary?
What is the effect of rising testosterone levels on the hypothalamus and pituitary?
Which structures are part of the female reproductive system?
Which structures are part of the female reproductive system?
What stimulates sperm production in males?
What stimulates sperm production in males?
What is spermatogenesis primarily responsible for?
What is spermatogenesis primarily responsible for?
What is the role of the seminiferous tubules in the male reproductive system?
What is the role of the seminiferous tubules in the male reproductive system?
Which ligament connects the ovary to the lateral pelvic wall?
Which ligament connects the ovary to the lateral pelvic wall?
What structure houses the fimbriae associated with the reproductive system?
What structure houses the fimbriae associated with the reproductive system?
Which layer of the uterus is responsible for the contraction during childbirth?
Which layer of the uterus is responsible for the contraction during childbirth?
What is the primary function of the uterine tubes?
What is the primary function of the uterine tubes?
At what stage of embryonic development does a zygote typically become a 4-cell stage?
At what stage of embryonic development does a zygote typically become a 4-cell stage?
Which structure forms during the early blastocyst stage as the morula hollows out?
Which structure forms during the early blastocyst stage as the morula hollows out?
Which part of the reproductive system is directly anterior to the vagina?
Which part of the reproductive system is directly anterior to the vagina?
Which structure is part of the external genitalia in females?
Which structure is part of the external genitalia in females?
What occurs immediately after fertilization in the reproductive process?
What occurs immediately after fertilization in the reproductive process?
How long after fertilization does the morula stage typically occur?
How long after fertilization does the morula stage typically occur?
Which ligament supports the uterus and extends to the side walls of the pelvis?
Which ligament supports the uterus and extends to the side walls of the pelvis?
What is the role of the zona pellucida during the early stages of embryonic development?
What is the role of the zona pellucida during the early stages of embryonic development?
What is the primary function of the greater vestibular gland?
What is the primary function of the greater vestibular gland?
What is the primary function of the ductus deferens?
What is the primary function of the ductus deferens?
Which anatomical structure allows sperm to enter the urethra?
Which anatomical structure allows sperm to enter the urethra?
What role does peristalsis play in the ductus deferens during ejaculation?
What role does peristalsis play in the ductus deferens during ejaculation?
What occurs during a vasectomy?
What occurs during a vasectomy?
Which region of the urethra is surrounded by the prostate gland?
Which region of the urethra is surrounded by the prostate gland?
Which structure merges with the urethra to facilitate the passage of sperm?
Which structure merges with the urethra to facilitate the passage of sperm?
What is the function of the smooth muscle in the walls of the ductus deferens?
What is the function of the smooth muscle in the walls of the ductus deferens?
What is the next structure in the pathway after the ductus deferens during sperm transportation?
What is the next structure in the pathway after the ductus deferens during sperm transportation?
What role does FSH play in spermatogenesis?
What role does FSH play in spermatogenesis?
Which hormone is released by the anterior pituitary to stimulate testosterone production?
Which hormone is released by the anterior pituitary to stimulate testosterone production?
What is the function of testosterone in spermatogenesis?
What is the function of testosterone in spermatogenesis?
What initiates the release of gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH)?
What initiates the release of gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH)?
Which of the following statements is true regarding gonadotropins?
Which of the following statements is true regarding gonadotropins?
What is the sequence of hormonal action leading to spermatogenesis?
What is the sequence of hormonal action leading to spermatogenesis?
What role do interstitial cells play in the male reproductive system?
What role do interstitial cells play in the male reproductive system?
What is the ultimate trigger for spermatogenesis?
What is the ultimate trigger for spermatogenesis?
What is the recommended frequency for mammography for women aged 45 to 54 with normal results?
What is the recommended frequency for mammography for women aged 45 to 54 with normal results?
Which of the following factors typically indicates breast cancer?
Which of the following factors typically indicates breast cancer?
During which prenatal stage does the term 'fetus' apply?
During which prenatal stage does the term 'fetus' apply?
What is the typical duration of the gestation period from the last menstrual period until birth?
What is the typical duration of the gestation period from the last menstrual period until birth?
What is the viability period for an oocyte following ovulation?
What is the viability period for an oocyte following ovulation?
For successful fertilization to occur, when should sexual intercourse take place in relation to ovulation?
For successful fertilization to occur, when should sexual intercourse take place in relation to ovulation?
What role do chemicals play in the fertilization process?
What role do chemicals play in the fertilization process?
In terms of development, what is the term used for the time from fertilization until week 8?
In terms of development, what is the term used for the time from fertilization until week 8?
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Spermatogenesis
Spermatogenesis
The process of producing sperm cells in males.
Spermatogonium
Spermatogonium
A stem cell that gives rise to sperm cells.
Meiosis
Meiosis
A type of cell division that produces gametes (sperm/egg) with half the number of chromosomes.
Haploid number (n)
Haploid number (n)
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Spermatid
Spermatid
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Spermiogenesis
Spermiogenesis
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Sperm Structure (head, midpiece, tail)
Sperm Structure (head, midpiece, tail)
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Zygote
Zygote
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Seminiferous tubules
Seminiferous tubules
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Rete testis
Rete testis
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Epididymis
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Ductus deferens
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What is the function of interstitial cells in the testes?
What is the function of interstitial cells in the testes?
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What happens in mitosis during spermatogenesis?
What happens in mitosis during spermatogenesis?
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What happens to the type B daughter cell?
What happens to the type B daughter cell?
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What is a primary spermatocyte?
What is a primary spermatocyte?
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What happens during meiosis I?
What happens during meiosis I?
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What happens during meiosis II?
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What is spermatid?
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What is spermiogenesis?
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What are the parts of a mature sperm cell?
What are the parts of a mature sperm cell?
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Where does sperm travel?
Where does sperm travel?
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What is the overall outcome of spermatogenesis?
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Urethra
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Prostate gland
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Seminal vesicles
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Ductus deferens (vas deferens)
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Bulbourethral glands
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Scrotum
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Testis
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Fimbriae
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Infundibulum
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Uterine tube
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Uterus
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Cervix
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Vagina
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Labia majora & Labia minora
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Clitoris
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What does LH stimulate?
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What is the role of testosterone?
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What does FSH stimulate?
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What is the role of GnRH?
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Supporting cells' role
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Seminiferous tubules' function
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Spermatogonia's role
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What does the uterus do?
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Broad Ligament
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Round Ligament
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What is a zygote?
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What is a morula?
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What is a blastocyst?
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What is the inner cell mass?
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What is the trophoblast?
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Mammography
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Mammography Recommendation
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Pregnancy
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Conceptus
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Embryo vs. Fetus
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Gestation Period
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Oocyte Viability
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Sperm Viability
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Spermatic Cord
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Vasectomy
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Ejaculation
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Ampulla
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Ejaculatory Duct
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What triggers sperm production?
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What signals the anterior pituitary to release FSH and LH?
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FSH's role in sperm production
FSH's role in sperm production
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What does LH do in the testes?
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Testosterone's function in spermatogenesis
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Supporting Cells' role in the testes
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Seminiferous Tubules- the sperm factories
Seminiferous Tubules- the sperm factories
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Spermatogonia - the sperm stem cells
Spermatogonia - the sperm stem cells
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What is the role of FSH in sperm production?
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What is the function of testosterone in the male reproductive system?
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What is the role of supporting cells in the seminiferous tubules?
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What are the primary functions of the ovaries?
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What is the function of the uterine tubes (fallopian tubes)?
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Suspensory Ligament of Ovary
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Uterosacral Ligament
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Fundus of Uterus
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Mammogram Recommendations
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Fertilization Timing
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What attracts sperm?
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Study Notes
Reproductive System
- Gonads are the primary sex organs
- Testes are the male gonads
- Ovaries are the female gonads
- Gonads produce gametes (sex cells) and hormones
- Sperm are male gametes
- Ovum (eggs) are female gametes
Male Reproductive System Anatomy
- Testes: Produce sperm
- Duct system: Transports sperm
- Epididymis: Highly convoluted tube storing immature sperm
- Ductus (vas) deferens: Transports sperm through the inguinal canal, arches over the urinary bladder, joins the ejaculatory duct, and moves sperm by peristalsis into the urethra
- Urethra: Carries both urine and sperm; has three regions (prostatic, membranous, and spongy)
- Accessory organs: Produce fluids that nourish and protect sperm
- Seminal vesicles: Produce a thick, yellowish secretion (60% of semen) containing fructose (sugar), vitamin C, and prostaglandins, etc.
- Prostate: Encircles the urethra, secretes a milky fluid to activate sperm
- Bulbourethral glands: Produce a thick, clear mucus that cleanses the urethra and acts as a lubricant
- External genitalia:
- Penis: Male organ of copulation
- Shaft, glans penis (enlarged tip), prepuce (foreskin), spongy erectile tissue around the urethra, and erections
- Scrotum: Divided sac of skin maintaining testes at 3°C lower than body temperature for viable sperm
- Penis: Male organ of copulation
Testes
- Connected to the trunk by the spermatic cord (housing blood vessels and nerves, ductus deferens)
- Tunica albuginea: A capsule that surrounds each testis.
- Septa: Extensions of the capsule that divide the testis into lobules.
- Each lobule contains one to four seminiferous tubules
- Tightly coiled structures functioning as sperm-forming factories
- Empty sperm into the rete testis
- Sperm travels from the rete testis to the epididymis
- Interstitial cells in the seminiferous tubules produce androgens such as testosterone
Duct System (continued)
- Urethra regions:
- Prostatic urethra (surrounded by prostate gland)
- Membranous urethra (prostatic urethra to penis)
- Spongy (penile) urethra (runs length of penis to external urethral orifice)
Semen
- A milky white mixture of sperm and accessory gland secretions providing a transport medium for sperm
- Sperm are streamlined and have fructose for energy, and alkalinity to neutralize the acidic environment of the vagina
Female Reproductive System Anatomy
- Ovaries: Produce eggs (ova) and hormones (estrogen and progesterone). Each ovary houses ovarian follicles.
- Oocyte: Immature egg
- Follicle cells: Layers of cells surrounding the oocyte.
- Ovarian follicles: Primary follicle, Growing follicle (Vesicular/Graafian follicle), Mature vesicular/Graafian follicle
- Ovarian Cycle (includes follicle maturation, ovulation, corpus luteum formation, etc.)
- Duct system:
- Uterine (fallopian) tubes: Form initial part of the duct system; receive ovulated oocyte from the ovaries; a site for fertilization; little or no contact between the two; supported by broad ligaments. -Infundibulum (funnel shaped distal end) -Fimbriae (finger-like projections)
- Uterus: Receives, retains, nourishes a fertilized egg; has three layers (Endometrium, Myometrium, and Perimetrium)
- Vagina: Passageway from cervix to exterior of the body, located between the urinary bladder and rectum; serves as the canal that allows a baby or menstrual flow to leave the body; the female organ of copulation, receives the penis.
- External genitalia and female perineum: -Mons pubis: Fatty area overlying the pubic symphysis -Labia majora: Hair-covered skin folds enclosing the labia minora and vestibule -Labia minora: Delicate, hair-free folds of skin enclosing the vestibule -Vestibule: Contains external openings of the urethra and vagina -Greater vestibular glands: Found on each side of the vagina, secretions lubricate the vagina during intercourse -Clitoris: Contains erectile tissue, corresponds to the male penis, hooded by a prepuce composed of sensitive erectile tissue -Perineum: Diamond-shaped region between the labial folds, anus posteriorly, and ischial tuberosities laterall
Hormone Production
- Ovaries: Estrogens (produced by follicle cells), progesterone (produced by the corpus luteum)
- Testes: Testosterone (most important hormonal product, stimulates reproductive organ development, underlies sex drive, causes secondary sex characteristics)
Uterine (Menstrual) cycle
- Cyclic changes of the endometrium, about 28 days in length
- Regulated by cyclic production of estrogens and progesterone by the ovaries
- FSH and LH (from the anterior pituitary) regulate production of estrogens and progesterone.
- Ovulation typically occurs about midway through the cycle, on day 14
- Stages of menstrual cycle: Menstrual phase, Proliferative phase and Secretory phase
Mammary glands
- Modified sweat glands present in both sexes but function only in females; produce milk to nourish a newborn
- Areola, nipple, lobes, lobules, and alveolar glands
Pregnancy and Embryonic Development
- Pregnancy: Time from fertilization until birth
- Conceptus: Developing offspring
- Embryo: Period of time from fertilization to week 8
- Fetus: Week 9 until birth
- Gestation period: From last period until birth (approximately 280 days)
- Blastocyst: Hollow, ball-like structure (implantation and development)
- Placenta: Barrier between the mother and embryo, delivers nutrients and oxygen, and produces estrogen, progesterone, and other hormones that maintain pregnancy; forms by week 3
Childbirth (Parturition)
- Initiation of Labor: Rising estrogen levels, uterine contractions begin, placenta releases prostaglandins, oxytocin releases by the pituitary
- Stages of labor: Dilation stage (cervix dilates), Expulsion stage (infant passes through the cervix and vagina), Placental stage (placenta and attached fetal membranes are delivered).
Developmental Aspects of the Reproductive System
- Gender and early development: XY (male) or XX (female); gonads form around week 8
- Childhood: Reproductive system inactive
- Puberty: Reproductive system organs function
- Menopause: Ovaries stop functioning, childbearing ability ends
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