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What is the name of the secondary oocyte that is drawn into the fallopian tube?
What is the name of the secondary oocyte that is drawn into the fallopian tube?
Ovum
How long does the ovum remain viable for after ovulation?
How long does the ovum remain viable for after ovulation?
24 hours
What hormone does the corpus luteum produce?
What hormone does the corpus luteum produce?
Progesterone
What happens to the corpus luteum when it degenerates?
What happens to the corpus luteum when it degenerates?
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What is the main cause of cervical cancer?
What is the main cause of cervical cancer?
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What are the two main types of breast cancer?
What are the two main types of breast cancer?
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Benign tumors have a slow rate of growth.
Benign tumors have a slow rate of growth.
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Malignant tumors are encapsulated.
Malignant tumors are encapsulated.
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Which of the following is a characteristic of benign tumors?
Which of the following is a characteristic of benign tumors?
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Study Notes
Ovum (Secondary Oocyte)
- Secondary oocyte is drawn into the fallopian tube
- Remains viable for about 24 hours post-ovulation
Corpus Luteum
- Produces progesterone
- Degenerates by fibroblasts, which produce collagen type I and form corpus albicans
Cervical Cancer
- Cause abnormal vaginal bleeding and pain
- Most cases are caused by infection with HPV
Breast Cancer
- Fibrosis: Fibres increase
- Adenosis: Increase in glands
- Epitheliosis: Epithelial cells inside the glands increase
Benign Tumors
- Slow growth rate
- Encapsulated
- Necrosis and hemorrhage are rare
- Does not metastasize
Malignant Tumors
- Fast growth rate
- Non-encapsulated
- Necrosis and hemorrhage are common
- Metastasizes
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Test your knowledge on the human reproductive system, focusing on key aspects such as the ovum, corpus luteum, and different types of tumors. This quiz also covers cervical and breast cancer characteristics and their implications. Enhance your understanding of these critical health topics.
