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During which phase of the oestrus cycle in rats does ovulation occur?
During which phase of the oestrus cycle in rats does ovulation occur?
What is the main effect of estrogen during oestrus in rats?
What is the main effect of estrogen during oestrus in rats?
Which phase of the oestrus cycle in rats is characterized by the regression of the corpus luteum if fertilization and implantation have not occurred?
Which phase of the oestrus cycle in rats is characterized by the regression of the corpus luteum if fertilization and implantation have not occurred?
Which hormone stimulates the growth of the endometrium in preparation for implantation of a fertilized oocyte?
Which hormone stimulates the growth of the endometrium in preparation for implantation of a fertilized oocyte?
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What is the approximate weight of an estrogen-treated uterus compared to a progesterone-treated uterus?
What is the approximate weight of an estrogen-treated uterus compared to a progesterone-treated uterus?
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Which gland secretes alkaline fluid into the urethra to neutralize the acidic environment of the vagina?
Which gland secretes alkaline fluid into the urethra to neutralize the acidic environment of the vagina?
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What is the function of the seminal vesicle fluid in semen?
What is the function of the seminal vesicle fluid in semen?
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Which phase of the oestrus cycle in rats is characterized by the appearance of leukocytes in the vaginal epithelium?
Which phase of the oestrus cycle in rats is characterized by the appearance of leukocytes in the vaginal epithelium?
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What is the main effect of progesterone during proestrus in rats?
What is the main effect of progesterone during proestrus in rats?
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What is the approximate percentage of cornified epithelial cells during oestrus in rats?
What is the approximate percentage of cornified epithelial cells during oestrus in rats?
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Which phase of the oestrus cycle in rats is characterized by the regression of the corpus luteum if fertilization and implantation have not occurred?
Which phase of the oestrus cycle in rats is characterized by the regression of the corpus luteum if fertilization and implantation have not occurred?
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What is the main effect of estrogen during oestrus in rats?
What is the main effect of estrogen during oestrus in rats?
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What is the approximate percentage of nucleated epithelial cells during proestrus in rats?
What is the approximate percentage of nucleated epithelial cells during proestrus in rats?
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What is the approximate percentage of cornified epithelial cells during early dioestrus in rats?
What is the approximate percentage of cornified epithelial cells during early dioestrus in rats?
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What is the approximate percentage of leukocytes during late dioestrus in rats?
What is the approximate percentage of leukocytes during late dioestrus in rats?
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What is the approximate percentage of nucleated epithelial cells during late dioestrus in rats?
What is the approximate percentage of nucleated epithelial cells during late dioestrus in rats?
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What is the approximate percentage of cornified epithelial cells during proestrus in rats?
What is the approximate percentage of cornified epithelial cells during proestrus in rats?
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Which hormone is responsible for maintaining the endometrial layer growth under the influence of estrogen, but does not stimulate any further growth?
Which hormone is responsible for maintaining the endometrial layer growth under the influence of estrogen, but does not stimulate any further growth?
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What is the main function of the prostate gland in the male reproductive system?
What is the main function of the prostate gland in the male reproductive system?
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What is the approximate weight of an estrogen-treated rat uterus compared to a progesterone-treated rat uterus?
What is the approximate weight of an estrogen-treated rat uterus compared to a progesterone-treated rat uterus?
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Which gland secretes mucoproteins released prior to ejaculation, neutralizing urine in the urethra and providing lubrication?
Which gland secretes mucoproteins released prior to ejaculation, neutralizing urine in the urethra and providing lubrication?
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Which hormone is responsible for stimulating the growth of the endometrium in preparation for implantation of a fertilized oocyte?
Which hormone is responsible for stimulating the growth of the endometrium in preparation for implantation of a fertilized oocyte?
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What is the main function of the seminal vesicle fluid in semen?
What is the main function of the seminal vesicle fluid in semen?
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Which hormone is secreted by the blastocyst shortly after implantation and maintains the corpus luteum for the secretion of estrogen and progesterone?
Which hormone is secreted by the blastocyst shortly after implantation and maintains the corpus luteum for the secretion of estrogen and progesterone?
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What is the main function of the epididymis in the male reproductive system?
What is the main function of the epididymis in the male reproductive system?
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What is the main function of the vas deferens in the male reproductive system?
What is the main function of the vas deferens in the male reproductive system?
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What is the main function of the prostate-specific antigen (PSA) secreted by the prostate gland?
What is the main function of the prostate-specific antigen (PSA) secreted by the prostate gland?
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