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What is the primary role of the ovaries in the female reproductive system?
What is the primary role of the ovaries in the female reproductive system?
- Storage and maturation of sperm
- Regulation of menstruation and ovulation cycles
- Production of ova and endocrine functions including estrogen and progesterone (correct)
- Production of ova and hormones such as LH and FSH
During which phase does the graafian follicle grow rapidly?
During which phase does the graafian follicle grow rapidly?
- Follicular phase (correct)
- Luteal phase
- Menstrual phase
- Ovulation phase
What triggers the release of the ovum from the graafian follicle?
What triggers the release of the ovum from the graafian follicle?
- Surge in estrogen levels
- Burst of luteinizing hormone (LH) (correct)
- Decrease in ovarian hormones
- Increase in follicle stimulating hormone (FSH)
Which of the following accurately describes the luteal phase?
Which of the following accurately describes the luteal phase?
What is the role of the corpus luteum after ovulation?
What is the role of the corpus luteum after ovulation?
What initiates the shedding of the endometrium during the menstrual phase?
What initiates the shedding of the endometrium during the menstrual phase?
During which phase does the endometrium thicken in preparation for potential implantation?
During which phase does the endometrium thicken in preparation for potential implantation?
What happens to the corpus luteum if pregnancy does not occur?
What happens to the corpus luteum if pregnancy does not occur?
Which of the following correctly describes the role of the male reproductive system?
Which of the following correctly describes the role of the male reproductive system?
What triggers the proliferative phase of the uterine cycle?
What triggers the proliferative phase of the uterine cycle?
Which structure is primarily responsible for releasing eggs during the ovarian cycle?
Which structure is primarily responsible for releasing eggs during the ovarian cycle?
The clear fluid secreted by the glands in the endometrium during the secretory phase serves what primary function?
The clear fluid secreted by the glands in the endometrium during the secretory phase serves what primary function?
What marks the transition from the menstrual phase to the proliferative phase?
What marks the transition from the menstrual phase to the proliferative phase?
Which of the following hormones is primarily responsible for stimulating the secretion of testosterone from leydig cells?
Which of the following hormones is primarily responsible for stimulating the secretion of testosterone from leydig cells?
What is the primary function of testosterone in the male reproductive system?
What is the primary function of testosterone in the male reproductive system?
What structure within the testes is responsible for the production of sperm cells?
What structure within the testes is responsible for the production of sperm cells?
Which accessory glands are included in the male reproductive system?
Which accessory glands are included in the male reproductive system?
What is the primary role of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) in the male reproductive system?
What is the primary role of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) in the male reproductive system?
Flashcards
Ovarian Follicle Growth
Ovarian Follicle Growth
The process where follicles in the ovaries mature under the influence of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH).
Ovulation
Ovulation
Release of an ovum (egg) from a mature ovarian follicle.
Corpus Luteum
Corpus Luteum
The structure that forms from the ruptured ovarian follicle after ovulation, producing estrogen and progesterone.
Ovarian Cycle
Ovarian Cycle
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Follicular Phase
Follicular Phase
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Male Reproductive Organs
Male Reproductive Organs
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Testicles
Testicles
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Seminiferous Tubules
Seminiferous Tubules
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Sperm Pathway
Sperm Pathway
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FSH and LH
FSH and LH
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Corpus Albicans
Corpus Albicans
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Graafian follicle
Graafian follicle
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What's the role of the uterine tubes?
What's the role of the uterine tubes?
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What happens during the menstrual phase?
What happens during the menstrual phase?
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What happens during the proliferative phase?
What happens during the proliferative phase?
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Secretory Phase
Secretory Phase
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What are the male reproductive organs?
What are the male reproductive organs?
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What are the functions of the male reproductive system?
What are the functions of the male reproductive system?
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Study Notes
Physiology of Reproduction
- Covers both male and female reproductive systems
- Discusses the functions, structures, and cycles of each system
The Female Reproductive System
- The ovaries are responsible for ova production and endocrine function (estrogen, progesterone, relaxin)
- Accessory sex organs include the vagina, uterus, and two uterine tubes (fallopian tubes)
- Ovaries are composed of cortex and medulla
- Cortex contains approximately 300,000 ovarian follicles
- Medulla contains connective tissue, blood vessels, lymph vessels, and nerves
- Ovarian function begins at puberty and ends at menopause
- Typically, one ovum is released from the ovaries each month
The Sex Cycles in Females
- These are regular cyclic changes in the female reproductive system
- These changes occur from puberty until menopause
- Average cycle duration is 28 days, but can vary between women
The Ovarian Cycle
- Follicular Phase: Begins with menstruation and ends with ovulation, not constant duration
- Follicles grow under the influence of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
- One follicle (graafian follicle) becomes dominant
- Ovulation Phase: Ovum release from the graafian follicle, typically around day 14
- Ovulation is triggered by a surge of luteinizing hormone (LH)
- Luteal Phase: Ruptured follicle transforms into corpus luteum
- Corpus luteum produces estrogen and progesterone for ~10 days; crucial for possible pregnancy
- If no pregnancy, corpus luteum degenerates to corpus albicans
The Uterine Cycle
- Menstrual Phase: Bleeding phase lasting 3-5 days
- Corpus luteum degenerates, estrogen and progesterone levels decrease
- Endometrium sheds
- Proliferative Phase: Endometrium regenerates under estrogen influence from the graafian follicle
- Secretory Phase: Endometrium thickens further, primed for potential embryo implantation
- If no pregnancy, the cycle repeats.
The Male Reproductive System
- Includes organs in the reproductive and urinary systems
- Functions include producing, maintaining, and transporting sperm and semen
- Discharges sperm into female tract
- Produces and secretes male sex hormones
- Male reproductive organs located both inside and outside the pelvis
- Testicles (responsible for testosterone production and sperm production)
- Epididymis (sperm maturation)
- Vas deferens (transports sperm)
- Accessory glands (seminal vesicles, prostate gland)
- Penis (delivery of sperm)
How the Male Reproductive System Works
- The hormones follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), luteinizing hormone (LH) and testosterone are critical
- FSH is needed for sperm production (spermatogenesis)
- LH stimulates testosterone production from leydig cells, which is essential for spermatogenesis
- Testosterone promotes male characteristics (muscle, fat distribution, bone, sex drive)
Testicles (Testes)
- Oval organs located in the scrotum to regulate temperature
- Produce testosterone and sperm through spermatogenesis
- Sperm produced in seminiferous tubules
The Sperm Pathway
- Sperm travels through the testes, epididymis, vas deferens, ejaculatory duct, prostate gland, and urethra for expulsion.
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