Introduction to Embryology and Gametogenesis
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The prenatal period occurs after birth.

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The most critical stages of human development occur during the first trimester.

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During infancy, a child's total length increases by approximately one half.

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Spermatogenesis and oogenesis are stages in embryonic development.

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The embryonic period is the time frame from fertilization to the 8th week of development.

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The fetal period is characterized by significant organ differentiation and body growth.

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By one year of age, most infants have six to eight teeth.

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At birth, the number of oocytes ranges from 700,000 to 2 million.

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A trimester consists of a period of 6 months in gestation.

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Meiosis II is completed before ovulation occurs.

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Granulosa cells play a crucial role in the formation of the zona pellucida.

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Only 40,000 oocytes are present at puberty, out of which all become mature follicles each month.

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Theca foliculi is divided into two layers: theca interne and theca externa.

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The process of gametogenesis produces mature gamete cells exclusively in males.

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The primary teeth are replaced by the secondary teeth during childhood.

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Puberty typically begins in females after age 10.

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Active ossification occurs primarily during adulthood.

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In gametogenesis, germ cells undergo both mitosis and meiosis in preparation for fertilization.

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The process of creating a zygote begins with a male and female gamete meeting during fertilization.

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Brain development is completed by the end of childhood.

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The significance of embryology includes understanding the basis of variations in human structure.

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Spermatogenesis begins with the differentiation of oogonia into type A spermatogonia.

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The maturation of oocytes begins before birth and is divided into three phases: multiplication, growth, and maturation.

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Type B spermatogonia undergo mitosis to form primary spermatocytes.

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Oogonia undergo meiosis II to mature into primary oocytes.

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By the fifth month of pregnancy, there are approximately 7 million primary oocytes present.

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The secondary spermatocyte is formed after meiosis I in spermatogenesis.

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During prenatal maturation, all primary oocytes complete prophase of meiosis II before birth.

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The conversion of flat epithelial cells to cuboidal follicular cells occurs during the development of primary follicles.

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Meiosis results in the formation of four identical daughter cells.

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Spermatogenesis occurs in the seminiferous tubules of the ovary.

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The second meiotic division results in the production of gametes with a haploid number of chromosomes.

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Crossover during meiosis contributes to genetic diversity.

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The definition of spermatogenesis includes the differentiation of spermatogonia into egg cells.

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Homologous chromosomes align in pairs during the first meiotic division.

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Mitosis produces gametes necessary for sexual reproduction.

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Spermiogenesis is the process of sperm maturation following meiosis.

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Childhood

The period between infancy and puberty during which children grow rapidly and develop key physical characteristics, including the growth of primary and secondary teeth, active bone formation, and a prepubertal growth spurt.

Puberty

The stage of human development where individuals become capable of reproduction. It is marked by hormonal changes and the emergence of secondary sexual characteristics.

Adulthood

The stage of human development following puberty, characterized by full maturity of the body and brain. It is marked by the completion of bone growth and continued brain development.

Gametogenesis

The process of producing mature male gametes (sperm) and female gametes (eggs).

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Meiotic division in gametogenesis

The process by which germ cells (immature reproductive cells) divide by meiosis to produce mature gametes.

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Spermatogenesis

The production of mature sperm cells from primordial germ cells (PGCs) in the testes.

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Oogenesis

The production of mature egg cells (oocytes) from primordial germ cells (PGCs) in the ovaries. This process is controlled by female hormones and involves a unique division process.

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Prenatal Period

The period before birth, encompassing stages like embryonic and fetal development. It's crucial for establishing the foundation of an individual's body and its systems.

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Postnatal Period

The period after birth, marked by continuous growth and development throughout life.

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Embryonic Period

The initial stage of human development, from fertilization to the 8th week of gestation. This period is characterized by rapid cell division, differentiation, and organ formation.

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Fetal Period

The period from the 9th week of gestation until birth. This stage is marked by continuous growth and development of organs and tissues.

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Stages of Embryonic Development

The period from fertilization to the 56th day of gestation, marked by distinct stages of development.

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What is gametogenesis?

The process of producing gametes (sperm and egg cells) from primordial germ cells. It involves a reduction in chromosome number by half and changes in cell shape.

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What is mitosis?

A type of cell division where one cell divides into two identical daughter cells. It's crucial for growth and repair.

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What is meiosis?

A cell division specifically occurring in germ cells. It reduces the number of chromosomes from diploid to haploid in two divisions: Meiosis I and Meiosis II.

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What is the 1st meiotic division?

The first division in meiosis where homologous chromosomes pair up and exchange genetic material (crossing over). This is followed by the separation of these pairs into two daughter cells.

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What is the 2nd meiotic division?

The second division in meiosis where the sister chromatids within each chromosome separate, resulting in four haploid daughter cells.

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What are the functions of meiotic division?

The key function of meiosis is to generate genetic diversity through: 1) Crossing over, which reshuffles genetic material 2) Random distribution of homologous chromosomes to daughter cells 3) Germ cells with haploid chromosome numbers.

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What is spermatogenesis?

The process of sperm formation within the seminiferous tubules of the testes. It involves three phases: 1) Multiplication of spermatogonia 2) Growth through meiosis 3) Differentiation into spermatozoa.

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What is spermiogenesis?

The final stage of spermatogenesis where the immature sperm cells mature into their final form with a head, midpiece, and tail.

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Spermatogonia

A type of germ cell that serves as the precursor to sperm cells.

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Primary Spermatocyte

The first stage of meiosis in spermatogenesis, where the spermatocyte replicates its DNA and then divides into two secondary spermatocytes.

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Secondary Spermatocyte

The second stage of meiosis in spermatogenesis, where the secondary spermatocyte divides into two spermatids.

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Spermatid

The final stage of spermatogenesis, where spermatids undergo a series of transformations to become mature spermatozoa.

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Oogonia

An immature germ cell that will eventually develop into an ovum.

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Oogenesis (Part 1: Birth to Puberty)

The process of egg cell (oocyte) development. The process begins at birth and continues until puberty. It involves the arrest of oocytes at the diplotene stage of meiosis I until puberty.

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Follicle Development: Puberty to Ovulation

During puberty, only a limited number of primary follicles are selected each month to mature. These follicles accumulate fluid in a sac-like structure called an antrum and enter the antral or vesicular stage. Ultimately, they develop into Graafian follicles, the mature follicles just before ovulation.

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Meiosis I: Puberty to Ovulation

After puberty, the selected follicle undergoes meiosis I, producing two daughter cells of unequal size. The larger cell, called the secondary oocyte, has 23 chromosomes and will become the egg cell. The smaller cell, called the first polar body, also has 23 chromosomes but will degenerate.

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Meiosis II: Ovulation to Fertilization

The secondary oocyte enters meiosis II and arrests in metaphase II, about 3 hours before ovulation. Meiosis II only completes after fertilization, otherwise, the egg degenerates.

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Study Notes

Introduction to Embryology and Gametogenesis

  • The presentation introduces embryology and gametogenesis, focusing on human development.
  • Dr. Nurul Hannim binti Zaidun, MBBS, MSc (Medicine), from the Department of Anatomy, Faculty of Medicine, UITM, is the presenter.

Learning Outcomes

  • The presentation aims to cover developmental periods in embryology, gametogenesis, spermatogenesis and spermiogenesis, and oogenesis.

LO1: Developmental Periods in Embryology

  • Embryonic development involves a series of stages, transforming the zygote into a fully formed organism.

  • Divisions in embryonic development, specific stages, and their significance are discussed.

  • This includes the period from fertilization until the 23rd stage (D56) of the embryo.

  • A trimester is a three-month period and is one-third of the 9-month period of gestation

  • Prenatal periods encompass embryonic and fetal development, occurring before birth.

  • Postnatal periods follow birth and include infancy, childhood, puberty, and adulthood, illustrating progressive human development stages.

  • Key stages observed include development of the placenta, embryonic development, importance of learning each development stage.

Developmental Periods in Embryology

  • Most developmental changes happen during the embryonic and fetal stages.
  • Human development is classified into prenatal (before birth) and postnatal (after birth) periods.
  • Within the prenatal period, the embryonic stage (weeks 3-8) is characterized by rapid advancement, particularly evident from the third to the eighth week.
  • The fetal period (weeks 9-38) involves tissue and organ differentiation and increased body growth.

Stages of Embryonic Development

  • Embryonic development spans from fertilization to approximately nine months (stage 23 / D56).
  • A trimester represents a three-month segment of the nine-month gestation period.
  • The critical embryonic stages, primarily during the initial trimester, are critical for embryonic and early fetal development.

LO2: Describe Gametogenesis

  • Gametogenesis is the production of mature gametes (sperm/oocytes) in the gonads starting from bipotential primordial germ cells.

  • Fertilization of male and female gametes results in the formation of a zygote that marks the transition into the neonate stage.

Gametogenesis, continued

  • Gametes (germ cells) form during the second week of development as part of the primitive streak gastrulation process, within the developing gonads.
  • Mitosis and meiosis are crucial in the preparation for fertilization to reduce genetic material.

LO3: Describe spermatogenesis and spermiogenesis

  • Spermatogenesis and spermiogenesis produce mature sperm cells from the primordial germ cells in spermatogonia
  • Divided into three phases of proliferation, differentiation and maturation

Spermatogenesis, continued

  • PGCs form type A spermatogonia → mitosis type B spermatogonia → mitosis→ primary spermatocyte →meiosis I → secondary spermatocyte → meiosis II → spermatids→ spermatozoa

Spermatozoa Formation

  • Spermatids undergo transformation to form mature spermatozoa.
  • This includes acrosome formation, nuclear shrinkage and formation of the tail (flagellum).

LO4: Describe oogenesis

  • Oogenesis is the formation of mature oocytes.
  • Divided into three phases (multiplication, growth and maturation) in the ovaries.

Oogenesis, continued

  • Oogonia differentiate into primary oocytes (before birth); development continues during prenatal and postnatal maturation.

  • Oogonium → multiplication during fetal period through mitosis → primary oocytes (dormant in prophase I) → at puberty, completion of meiosis I occurs→ secondary oocytes → meiosis II (only if fertilization happens) maturation to the ovum (egg).

  • Early in oocyte formation, the oogonia generate many primary oocytes within ovarian follicles.

  • Before the onset of puberty, the primary oocytes arrest in prophase I.

  • At puberty, the mature follicles release secondary oocytes, which can, in turn, fuse with a sperm to create a zygote.

Oogenesis (Continued)

  • Oogenesis encompasses three phases:
  • Multiplication (intrauterine)
  • Growth (primary oocyte to secondary oocyte)
  • Maturation (secondary oocyte to ovum).

Additional Notes

  • Abnormal chromosomes can result in various medical conditions (e.g., Trisomy 18, Trisomy 13, Klinefelter, Turner, Triple X).
  • The presenter stresses the significance of embryology in understanding prenatal and postnatal development, the origins of life and diseases.

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