L25 - repro anatomy

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What forms the perimetrium?

Blood vessels and nerves

Mucosa

Smooth muscle cells

The peritoneum (correct)

Which part of the uterine wall is shed every month during menstruation?

The perimetrium

Only the luminal part of the endometrium (correct)

The myometrium

The entire endometrium

What is the usual site of fertilization?

The utero-tubal junction

The ampulla (correct)

The infundibulum

The isthmus

What is the function of the fimbriae?

To help the ovum to enter the tube Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the myometrium?

To contract during childbirth Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the internal os?

To connect the cervical canal to the cavity of the body of the uterus Signup and view all the answers

What is the abdominal opening of the uterine tube called?

Ostium Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the myometrial muscle fibers during pregnancy?

They enlarge Signup and view all the answers

What is the uterine tube also known as?

Fallopian tube Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the cervix?

To connect the uterus to the vagina Signup and view all the answers

What structure does the ovarian artery supply?

Ovary and lateral parts of the tube Signup and view all the answers

What is the length of the vagina?

7-9cm Signup and view all the answers

What supports the uterus and vagina?

Levator ani Signup and view all the answers

What is the main source of blood to the vagina?

Vaginal artery Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the internal pudendal artery?

Supplies blood to the vagina Signup and view all the answers

What is the space between the lower end of the cervix and the upper end of the vagina?

Vaginal fornices Signup and view all the answers

What is the vaginal venous plexus connected to?

Uterine venous plexus Signup and view all the answers

What is the eventual route of blood from the vagina?

Internal iliac veins Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the urethra and the vagina?

The urethra and vagina open into the vestibule Signup and view all the answers

What is the location of the vaginal orifice?

In the vestibule of the vagina Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the accessory sex glands in the male reproductive system?

To secrete liquid portion of semen containing numerous chemicals Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the Sertoli cells in the seminiferous tubules?

To support the development of sperm cells Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the epididymis in the male reproductive system?

To store and assist in maturation of spermatozoa Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the prostate gland in the male reproductive system?

To add nutrition to the semen Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the ductus deferens in the male reproductive system?

To transport spermatozoa Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the Leydig cells in the testis?

To secrete testosterone Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the uterine tubes in the female reproductive system?

To transport ova from the ovary to the uterus Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the uterus in the female reproductive system?

To nourish the developing fetus Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the cervix in the female reproductive system?

To connect the uterus to the vagina Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the mammary glands in the female reproductive system?

To produce milk for lactation Signup and view all the answers

What is the length of the uterine tube?

10 cm Signup and view all the answers

What is the common cause of infertility in women?

Tube blockade Signup and view all the answers

Where is the ovary located?

Lesser pelvis Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the peritoneal fold that suspends the ovary?

Mesovarium Signup and view all the answers

What is the surface of the ovary like in prepubertal girls?

Smooth and greyish-pink Signup and view all the answers

How many ligaments are attached to the ovary?

Two Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the plexus that forms the right ovarian vein?

Pampiniform plexus Signup and view all the answers

Where do the uterine veins drain into?