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What is the primary function of the male reproductive system?
What is the primary function of the male reproductive system?
- Hormone production
- Fertilization
- Oogenesis
- Spermatogenesis (correct)
Where does sperm maturation occur?
Where does sperm maturation occur?
- Vas deferens
- Testes
- Epididymis (correct)
- Prostate
Which hormone is responsible for triggering ovulation on Day 14 of the female cycle?
Which hormone is responsible for triggering ovulation on Day 14 of the female cycle?
- Luteinizing Hormone (LH) (correct)
- Progesterone
- Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH)
- Estrogen
What is the name of the structure that develops from an empty follicle after ovulation?
What is the name of the structure that develops from an empty follicle after ovulation?
During which phase of the female reproductive cycle are all reproductive hormones at their lowest levels?
During which phase of the female reproductive cycle are all reproductive hormones at their lowest levels?
Which glands contribute to the production of seminal fluid?
Which glands contribute to the production of seminal fluid?
What is the function of the vas deferens in the male reproductive system?
What is the function of the vas deferens in the male reproductive system?
What occurs during the luteal phase if pregnancy does not take place?
What occurs during the luteal phase if pregnancy does not take place?
What role does the parasympathetic nervous system play in male reproductive function?
What role does the parasympathetic nervous system play in male reproductive function?
What happens to a Graafian follicle on Day 14 of the female cycle?
What happens to a Graafian follicle on Day 14 of the female cycle?
What hormone rises to trigger ovulation during the female reproductive cycle?
What hormone rises to trigger ovulation during the female reproductive cycle?
Where is the uterus located in relation to the urinary bladder and rectum?
Where is the uterus located in relation to the urinary bladder and rectum?
What occurs during the menstrual phase of the female reproductive cycle?
What occurs during the menstrual phase of the female reproductive cycle?
What is the function of the Cowper’s glands in the male reproductive system?
What is the function of the Cowper’s glands in the male reproductive system?
Where does sperm production (spermatogenesis) occur in males?
Where does sperm production (spermatogenesis) occur in males?
What occurs in the testes during spermatogenesis?
What occurs in the testes during spermatogenesis?
What is the primary function of the seminal vesicles?
What is the primary function of the seminal vesicles?
Which event signifies the transition from the preovulatory phase to the post-ovulatory phase in the female cycle?
Which event signifies the transition from the preovulatory phase to the post-ovulatory phase in the female cycle?
Which structure is responsible for the growth of the tail in sperm during maturation?
Which structure is responsible for the growth of the tail in sperm during maturation?
During which phase are FSH and estrogen at their highest levels in the female reproductive cycle?
During which phase are FSH and estrogen at their highest levels in the female reproductive cycle?
What stimulates ejaculation in the male reproductive system?
What stimulates ejaculation in the male reproductive system?
What is the sequence of hormone changes from ovulation to the start of the next menstrual cycle if pregnancy does not occur?
What is the sequence of hormone changes from ovulation to the start of the next menstrual cycle if pregnancy does not occur?
What is the location of epididymis?
What is the location of epididymis?
What does maturation consists of?
What does maturation consists of?
Tube that carries sperm to ampulla (puch posterior to ub whenere sperm is stored )
Tube that carries sperm to ampulla (puch posterior to ub whenere sperm is stored )
Where is sperm release into>
Where is sperm release into>
What is the primary function of the female reproductive system?
What is the primary function of the female reproductive system?
Where does oogenesis take place?
Where does oogenesis take place?
Each month, ___ follicle, matures beyond the others. This follicle is now called, ____
Each month, ___ follicle, matures beyond the others. This follicle is now called, ____
Development of graafian follicle is stimulated by
Development of graafian follicle is stimulated by
On day___ this follicle will ___
On day___ this follicle will ___
What triggers ovulation
What triggers ovulation
After the follicle ovulate, the empty follicle is now called
After the follicle ovulate, the empty follicle is now called
Ovulated egg travel down ___ to the __
Ovulated egg travel down ___ to the __
What happens if pregnancy occurs,
What happens if pregnancy occurs,
Flashcards
Spermatogenesis
Spermatogenesis
The production of sperm cells.
Seminiferous tubules
Seminiferous tubules
Tubules within the testes where spermatogenesis occurs.
Epididymis
Epididymis
Where sperm mature.
Sperm maturation
Sperm maturation
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Vas deferens
Vas deferens
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Ampulla
Ampulla
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Prostatic urethra
Prostatic urethra
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Seminal vesicles
Seminal vesicles
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Prostate gland
Prostate gland
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Cowper's glands
Cowper's glands
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Oogenesis
Oogenesis
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Ovarian follicles
Ovarian follicles
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Graafian follicle
Graafian follicle
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Ovulation
Ovulation
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Corpus luteum
Corpus luteum
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Fallopian tubes
Fallopian tubes
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Uterus
Uterus
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Cervix
Cervix
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Menstrual phase
Menstrual phase
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Preovulatory phase
Preovulatory phase
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Postovulatory phase
Postovulatory phase
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LH surge
LH surge
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Parasympathetic nervous system
Parasympathetic nervous system
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Sympathetic nervous system
Sympathetic nervous system
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Study Notes
Male Reproductive System
- Primary Function: Spermatogenesis (production of sperm)
- Location of Spermatogenesis: Seminiferous tubules within the testes
- Sperm Maturation: Occurs in the epididymis located on the posterior side of the testes
- Maturation involves: Growth of a tail for swimming and production of enzymes to penetrate the oocyte (egg)
- Sperm Transport: From the epididymis, sperm travels through the vas (ductus) deferens to the ampulla (pouch posterior to the urinary bladder where sperm is stored)
- Ejaculation Pathway: Sperm is released into the prostatic urethra, a section of the urethra within the prostate
- Seminal Fluid Production:
- Seminal vesicles (posterior to the urinary bladder, adjacent to the ampulla)
- Prostate (inferior to the urinary bladder within the pelvic cavity)
- Cowper's glands (inferior to the prostate)
- Erection: Stimulated by the parasympathetic nervous system, causing penile arteriole dilation
- Ejaculation: Stimulated by the sympathetic nervous system
Female Reproductive System
- Primary Function: Oogenesis (production of oocytes)
- Location of Oogenesis: Ovaries, specifically within ovarian follicles
- Follicle Development: Each month, one follicle matures beyond others, becoming the Graafian follicle
- This development is stimulated by follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
- Ovulation: Occurs on day 14 of a woman's cycle, triggered by a surge in luteinizing hormone (LH)
- The empty follicle becomes the corpus luteum
- Egg Transport: The ovulated egg travels down the fallopian tubes to the uterus
- The uterus is located superior/posterior to the urinary bladder and anterior to the rectum
- Childbirth: During delivery, the cervix (neck of the uterus, projecting into the vaginal canal) dilates
Female Reproductive Cycle
- Menstrual Phase (Day 1-5ish): First day of bleeding marks day 1
- All reproductive hormones are at their lowest levels, except for FSH
- Preovulatory Phase (Day 5-14): FSH and estrogen (building the uterine lining) levels increase, LH levels start to rise
- Ovulation (Day 14): Surge in LH triggers ovulation
- Postovulatory Phase/Luteal Phase (Day 14-28): Estrogen and progesterone levels increase to prepare for potential pregnancy
- If pregnancy occurs, these hormones remain elevated
- If not, these hormones decline, triggering the next menstrual cycle
Male Reproductive System
- Primary function: Spermatogenesis (production of sperm)
- Spermatogenesis location: Seminiferous tubules within the testes
- Sperm maturation: Occurs in the epididymis, located on the posterior side of the testes
- Includes growth of a tail for swimming and production of enzymes to penetrate the oocyte (egg)
- Sperm transport: From the epididymis, sperm travels through the vas deferens (ductus deferens) to the ampulla
- Ampulla is a pouch located posterior to the urinary bladder (UB) where sperm is stored
- Ejaculation: Sperm is released into the prostatic urethra, a section of the urethra within the prostate gland
- Seminal fluid production: Three glands contribute to seminal fluid:
- Seminal vesicles: located on the posterior side of the UB, next to the ampulla
- Prostate gland: inferior to the UB within the pelvic cavity
- Cowper's glands: inferior to the prostate gland
- Erection: Stimulated by the parasympathetic nervous system, which causes dilation of penile arterioles
- Ejaculation: Stimulated by the sympathetic nervous system
Female Reproductive System
- Primary function: Oogenesis (production of oocytes)
- Oogenesis location: Ovaries, specifically within ovarian follicles
- Ovarian follicle maturation: Each month, one follicle matures beyond the others, becoming a Graafian follicle
- This development is stimulated by follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
- Ovulation: Occurs on day 14 of a woman's menstrual cycle
- Triggered by a surge in luteinizing hormone (LH)
- The empty follicle becomes the corpus luteum
- Ovulated egg transport: Travels down the fallopian tubes towards the uterus
- Uterus location: Superior/posterior to the UB, anterior to the rectum
- Cervix: The neck of the uterus, projects into the vaginal canal; dilates during delivery
Female Reproductive Cycle
- Menstrual phase: Days 1-5ish, including the first day of bleeding
- All reproductive-related hormones are at their lowest levels except FSH
- Preovulatory phase: Days 5-14
- Increased levels of FSH and estrogen (rebuilding uterine lining)
- Rising LH levels
- Day 14: LH surge triggers ovulation
- Post-ovulatory phase (luteal phase): Days 14-28
- Elevated estrogen and progesterone levels prepare for potential pregnancy
- If pregnancy occurs, these hormone levels remain elevated
- If pregnancy does not occur, hormone levels drop, triggering the next menstrual cycle
Male Reproductive System
- Primary Function: Spermatogenesis - the production of sperm.
- Spermatogenesis Location: Seminiferous tubules within the testes.
- Sperm Maturation: Occurs in the epididymis, located on the posterior side of the testes.
- Involves the growth of a tail for swimming and the production of enzymes to penetrate the oocyte (egg).
- Sperm Transport: Sperm travels from the epididymis to the ampulla (pouch posterior to the urinary bladder) via the vas deferens (ductus deferens).
- Seminal Fluid Production: Three glands contribute to seminal fluid production:
- Seminal vesicles (posterior to the urinary bladder, near the ampulla).
- Prostate (inferior to the urinary bladder within the pelvic cavity).
- Cowper's glands (inferior to the prostate).
- Erection: Stimulated by the parasympathetic nervous system, causing dilation of penile arterioles.
- Ejaculation: Stimulated by the sympathetic nervous system.
Female Reproductive System
- Primary Function: Oogenesis - the production of oocytes (eggs).
- Oogenesis Location: Ovaries, specifically within ovarian follicles.
- Ovarian Follicle Development: Each month, one follicle matures beyond the others, becoming a Graafian follicle.
- This development is stimulated by follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH).
- Ovulation: Occurs on day 14 of a woman's cycle.
- Triggered by a surge in luteinizing hormone (LH).
- The empty follicle becomes the corpus luteum.
- Egg Transport: The ovulated egg travels down the fallopian tubes towards the uterus.
- Uterus Location: Superior/posterior to the urinary bladder, anterior to the rectum.
- Cervix: The neck of the uterus, which projects into the vaginal canal, dilates during delivery.
Female Reproductive Cycle
- Menstrual Phase (Days 1-5ish):
- Day 1: First day of bleeding.
- All reproductive hormones are at their lowest levels except FSH.
- Preovulatory Phase (Days 5-14):
- FSH and estrogen levels rise (estrogen begins rebuilding the uterine lining).
- LH levels start to increase.
- Day 14: Surge in LH triggers ovulation.
- Postovulatory Phase/Luteal Phase (Days 14-28):
- Estrogen and progesterone levels elevate to prepare the uterus for pregnancy.
- If pregnancy occurs, these hormones remain elevated.
- If not, the hormones drop, triggering the next menstrual cycle.
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Test your knowledge on the male reproductive system, focusing on the processes of spermatogenesis, sperm maturation, and the pathways involved in ejaculation. This quiz covers anatomical structures, their functions, and physiological mechanisms related to male reproduction.
