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Where are the mammary glands located?
Where are the mammary glands located?
- On the posterior thoracic wall
- On the back
- On the anterior thoracic wall (correct)
- On the abdominal wall
What is the main function of mammary glands?
What is the main function of mammary glands?
- Digestion
- Excretion
- Lactation (correct)
- Respiration
Which structures are key in lactation?
Which structures are key in lactation?
- Lungs
- Stomach
- Mammary glands (correct)
- Kidneys
The breast is located on the _____ wall.
The breast is located on the _____ wall.
Which body part is associated with the term 'Surface Anatomy'?
Which body part is associated with the term 'Surface Anatomy'?
Who are more likely to have these features following puberty?
Who are more likely to have these features following puberty?
When do these features become more noticeable in females?
When do these features become more noticeable in females?
Are these features exclusive to one gender?
Are these features exclusive to one gender?
Which group experiences these features more prominently post-puberty?
Which group experiences these features more prominently post-puberty?
Do these features disappear with age?
Do these features disappear with age?
Where does the axillary tail run along?
Where does the axillary tail run along?
What is the size comparison of the axillary tail to the rest of the body part?
What is the size comparison of the axillary tail to the rest of the body part?
Where is the destination of the axillary tail?
Where is the destination of the axillary tail?
Which muscle does the axillary tail run along in its course?
Which muscle does the axillary tail run along in its course?
In what direction does the axillary tail run along the pectoralis major?
In what direction does the axillary tail run along the pectoralis major?
What type of nerve fibers do these nerves contain?
What type of nerve fibers do these nerves contain?
Which type of fibers regulate smooth muscle and blood vessel tone?
Which type of fibers regulate smooth muscle and blood vessel tone?
What is the main function of autonomic nerve fibers in these nerves?
What is the main function of autonomic nerve fibers in these nerves?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the autonomic nerve fibers in these nerves?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the autonomic nerve fibers in these nerves?
In addition to sensory nerve fibers, what other type of nerve fibers are present in these nerves?
In addition to sensory nerve fibers, what other type of nerve fibers are present in these nerves?
What hormones regulate the process mentioned in the text?
What hormones regulate the process mentioned in the text?
Where are prolactin and oxytocin secreted from in the body?
Where are prolactin and oxytocin secreted from in the body?
Which gland secretes the hormones responsible for the process described in the text?
Which gland secretes the hormones responsible for the process described in the text?
What is the function of prolactin in the process mentioned?
What is the function of prolactin in the process mentioned?
Which hormones work together to regulate breast-related processes?
Which hormones work together to regulate breast-related processes?
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Study Notes
Mammary Glands and Lactation
- The mammary glands are the primary structures involved in lactation.
Breast Surface Anatomy
- The breast is located on the anterior thoracic wall.
- The axillary tail, a smaller part of the breast, runs along the inferior lateral edge of the pectoralis major towards the axillary fossa.
- Mammary glands are present in both males and females, but are more prominent in females after puberty.
Nerve Fibers
- The nerves contain both sensory and autonomic nerve fibers.
- Autonomic fibers regulate smooth muscle and blood vessel tone.
Hormonal Regulation
- Lactation is regulated by the hormones prolactin and oxytocin.
- Prolactin and oxytocin are secreted from the pituitary gland.
Breast Biopsy
- There are different types of breast biopsy.
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