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What is the primary function of the epididymis in the male reproductive system?
What is the primary function of the epididymis in the male reproductive system?
- To store mature sperm
- To produce testosterone
- To secrete seminal fluid
- To temporarily store immature sperm (correct)
Which structure in the male reproductive system produces mucous to lubricate the urethra?
Which structure in the male reproductive system produces mucous to lubricate the urethra?
- Testes
- Prostate
- Seminal vesicles
- Bulbourethral glands (correct)
What is the main function of the fallopian tubes in the female reproductive system?
What is the main function of the fallopian tubes in the female reproductive system?
- To receive the ovum and provide a site for fertilization (correct)
- To slough off during the menstrual cycle
- To produce eggs and hormones
- To support the uterus and hold it in place
What is the inner layer of the uterus wall called?
What is the inner layer of the uterus wall called?
What is the term for the developing organism from fertilization to the end of 8 weeks?
What is the term for the developing organism from fertilization to the end of 8 weeks?
Which branch of medicine is concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the female reproductive system?
Which branch of medicine is concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the female reproductive system?
What type of glands are the mammary glands modified from?
What type of glands are the mammary glands modified from?
What is the function of the scrotum in the male reproductive system?
What is the function of the scrotum in the male reproductive system?
What ligaments support the uterus and hold it in place?
What ligaments support the uterus and hold it in place?
What primarily controls the ejection of milk during lactation?
What primarily controls the ejection of milk during lactation?
Which structure in the male reproductive system transports sperm and urine to the exterior?
Which structure in the male reproductive system transports sperm and urine to the exterior?
Where are the ovaries located in relation to the uterus?
Where are the ovaries located in relation to the uterus?
What is the primary function of the urinary system in regulating body fluid levels?
What is the primary function of the urinary system in regulating body fluid levels?
What is the result of the kidneys excreting hydrogen ions and reabsorbing bicarbonate?
What is the result of the kidneys excreting hydrogen ions and reabsorbing bicarbonate?
What is the function of erythropoietin secreted by the kidneys?
What is the function of erythropoietin secreted by the kidneys?
What is the name of the enzyme secreted by the kidneys that activates the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system?
What is the name of the enzyme secreted by the kidneys that activates the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system?
What is the primary component of the nephron?
What is the primary component of the nephron?
What percentage of resting cardiac output is received by the kidneys?
What percentage of resting cardiac output is received by the kidneys?
What is the primary effect of increased blood volume on the glomerular filtration rate?
What is the primary effect of increased blood volume on the glomerular filtration rate?
What is the primary function of the glomerular filtrate in the kidney?
What is the primary function of the glomerular filtrate in the kidney?
Which hormone stimulates the release of aldosterone and increases the re-absorption of Na+ and Cl- ions and water?
Which hormone stimulates the release of aldosterone and increases the re-absorption of Na+ and Cl- ions and water?
What is the effect of increased sympathetic nervous system (SyNS) activation on GFR?
What is the effect of increased sympathetic nervous system (SyNS) activation on GFR?
What is the function of the internal urethral sphincter?
What is the function of the internal urethral sphincter?
What is the primary function of the peritubular capillaries in the kidney?
What is the primary function of the peritubular capillaries in the kidney?
What is the term for the discharge of urine?
What is the term for the discharge of urine?
What is the effect of angiotensin II on GFR?
What is the effect of angiotensin II on GFR?
What is the effect of aging on the kidneys?
What is the effect of aging on the kidneys?
What is the purpose of dialysis?
What is the purpose of dialysis?
What is the primary function of renal auto-regulation of GFR?
What is the primary function of renal auto-regulation of GFR?
What is the term for the amount of filtrate formed per minute in the kidney?
What is the term for the amount of filtrate formed per minute in the kidney?
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