Anatomy Flashcards
Internal components of female reproductive system
Ovaries
fallopian tubes
uterus
Upper vagina
Where are located the female internal reproductive organs in the pelvis
In the lesser or true pelvis
External genitalia of female reproductive system
Lower vagina vaginaL vestibule mons pubis labia majora labia minora clitoris
Where are the external genitalia located in
In the perineum
Name of the female gonads
Ovaries
Function of ovaries
Shelter and protect eggs
Endocrine functions
Release of egg
Hormones produced by ovaries
Estrogen
Progesterone
Relaxin
Inhibin
Function of estrogens
Develop female characteristics-breasts, larger hips,
Aid in reproduction cycle
Relaxin function
Loosen pelvic ligaments for stretch during lanor
Inhibin function
Prevents pituitary gland from producing hormones
Length of uterine tube
10-12cm
4 parts of uterine tube
Infundibilum
Ampulla
Isthmus
Intrauterine part
Finger like processes at the end of uterine tube
Fimbriae
Longest and widest part of uterine tube
Ampulla
parts of the uterine tube where fertilization takes place
Ampulla