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Which of the following is NOT a component of primordial follicles?

Which structure in the female reproductive tract is responsible for the production of hormones such as estrogen and progesterone?

What is the function of the basal lamina in follicles?

What is the function of the ovarian cortex?

What is the function of the theca interna cells?

What is the role of the germinal epithelium/ovarian surface epithelium?

What is the role of luteinizing hormone in primary follicles?

Which type of primary follicle is characterized by a simple cuboidal epithelium around the growing oocyte?

What is the term for the fluid-filled cavity present in secondary follicles?

Which location is NOT associated with the three locations of granulosa cells in the secondary follicle?

What is the term for the temporary endocrine gland in the ovarian cortex?

Which of the following is true about the corpus luteum?

What is the function of ciliated cells in the uterine tubes?

Which layer of the uterus undergoes profound changes during the menstrual cycles?

During which phase of the menstrual cycle does the endometrium reach its maximum thickness?

What is the main component of the myometrium?

Which hormone is responsible for inducing regeneration of the functional layer of the endometrium lost during menstruation?

What is the main function of the cervical glands in the cervix?

What is the epithelium lining the vagina?

Follicles and Hormone Production

Primordial follicles do not contain theca interna cells.
The corpus luteum is responsible for the production of hormones such as estrogen and progesterone.
The basal lamina in follicles provides a physical barrier and regulates the passage of molecules.

Ovarian Structure and Function

The ovarian cortex is the outer region of the ovary where follicles develop.
The germinal epithelium/ovarian surface epithelium is responsible for the formation of new follicles.

Cell Types and Functions

Theca interna cells produce androgens, which are then converted to estrogens by granulosa cells.
Granulosa cells in the secondary follicle are located in three areas: antral, basal, and cumulus.
Ciliated cells in the uterine tubes help move the egg towards the uterus.
The cervical glands in the cervix produce mucus that helps facilitate sperm passage.

Menstrual Cycle and Uterine Layers

The endometrium, the innermost layer of the uterus, undergoes profound changes during the menstrual cycles.
The endometrium reaches its maximum thickness during the luteal phase.
The myometrium, the middle layer of the uterus, is composed mainly of smooth muscle.
Estrogen is responsible for inducing regeneration of the functional layer of the endometrium lost during menstruation.

Follicle Development and Characteristics

Primary follicles with a simple cuboidal epithelium around the growing oocyte are characterized as unilaminar.
The antrum is the fluid-filled cavity present in secondary follicles.

Other Key Facts

The temporary endocrine gland in the ovarian cortex is called the corpus luteum.
Luteinizing hormone plays a role in the development of primary follicles.
The vaginal epithelium is non-keratinized stratified squamous epithelium.

Test your knowledge on the different types of primary follicles and changes in follicular cells in this quiz. Explore the characteristics of unilaminar and multilaminar primary follicles, as well as the transition to secondary follicles.