10 Questions
What is the primary function of the cremaster muscle in a warm environment?
Relaxation of the testis
Which nerve is responsible for the contraction of the cremaster muscle?
Genital branch of the genitofemoral nerve
What is the layer of the scrotum that is replaced by the Dartos muscle?
Superficial fascia
Which artery supplies the cremaster muscle?
Cremastric branch of the inferior epigastric artery
What is the function of the tunica vaginalis?
To invaginate the testis from behind
What is the name of the deep membranous layer of the scrotum?
Colles' fascia
What is the function of the dartos muscle?
To elevate the testis
What is the nerve that supplies the dartos muscle?
Genital branch of the genitofemoral nerve
What is the purpose of the cremaster muscle?
To elevate the testis in response to cold
What is absent in the fatty layer of the scrotum?
Fat
This quiz covers the external male genital organs, including the scrotum, testis, epididymis, spermatic cord, and penis. Learn about the structure and functions of each organ. Ideal for students of anatomy, biology, and medicine.
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