Chapter 28 Flashcards
accessory sex glands vs supporting structures
produce substances that protect the gametes and facilitate their movement
vs
the penis in males and the uterus in females, assist the delivery of gametes
raphe
medium ridge separating scrotum into lateral portions
scrotal septum
internally divides scrotum into two compartments, each containing a single testis
made up of subcutaneous and muscle tissue called dartos muscle
dartos muscle
smooth muscle making up part of scrotal septum
cremaster muscle
a series of small bands of skeletal muscle that descend as an extension
of the internal oblique muscle through the spermatic cord to surround the testes
what muscles/ how do they contract to keep sperm warm
cremaster: moves testes closer to body
dartos muscle:: causes scrotum to tighten (wrinkled)
what temp is sperm stored at
2-3 C below core body temp
tunica vaginalis
serous membrane which is derived from the peritoneum and forms during the descent of testes, partially covers the testes
hydrocele
collection of fluid in tunica vaginalis caused by injury or inflammation of the epididymis
tunica albuginea
internal to tunica vaginalis
white fibrous capsule composed of DICT extends inward to form septa that divide testis into lobules
lobules
series of internal compartments ot testis
Each of the 200–300 lobules has 1-3 tightly coiled tubules, the seminiferous tubules, where sperm are produced
seminiferous tubules where, what, function, 2 types of cells
1-3 in each lobule
tightly coiled tubules where sperm are produced
spermatogenic cells: sperm-forming cells
sustentacular/sertoli cells: function in supporting spermatogenesis
spermatogenesis
The process by which the seminiferous tubules of the testes produce sperm
spermatogonia what, develop from
stem cells that develop from primordial germ cells that arise from the yolk sac and enter the testes during the fifth week of development
In the embryonic testes, the ______ _____ cells differentiate into spermatogonia, which remain dormant during childhood and actively begin producing sperm at ______. Toward the lumen of the ______ _____ are layers of progressively more mature cells. In order of advancing maturity, these are ______ spermatocytes, ______ spermatocytes, _______, and _____ ____. After a sperm cell, or spermatozoon has formed, it is released into the lumen of the
seminiferous tubule.
primordial germ
puberty
seminiferous tubule
primary
secondary
spermatids
sperm cells
sustentacular cells or Sertoli cell (where, extend from/to, functions (6))
Embedded among the spermatogenic cells in the seminiferous tubules
extend from the basement membrane to the lumen of the tubule
- nourish spermatocytes, spermatids,
and sperm - phagocytize excess spermatid cytoplasm as development proceeds
- control movements of spermatogenic cells and the release of sperm into the lumen of the seminiferous tubule
- produce fluid for sperm transport
- secrete the hormone inhibin,
- regulate the effects of testosterone and FSH
blood-testis barrier
tight junctions between neighbouring sustentacular cells form this barrier
isolating the developing gametes
from the blood, prevents an immune response against the spermatogenic cell’s surface antigens, which are “foreign” to the immune system.
does not include spermatogonia
interstitial/leydig cells (where, secrete)
in spaces between adjacent seminiferous tubules
secrete testosterone
androgen
hormone that promotes development of masculine characteristics
how long does spermatogenesis take
65-75 days
primary vs secondary spermatocytes vs spermatids (chromosomes, undergo, develop from)
diploid (46 chromosomes), undergo meiosis I, develop from spermatogonia
vs
haploid (23 chromosomes), undergo meiosis II, develop from primary spermatocytes
vs
haploid, undergo spermiogenesis, develop from secondary spermatocytes
spermiogenesis
development of haploid spermatids into sperm
An acrosome forms atop the nucleus, which condenses/elongates, a flagellum develops, and mitochondria multiply
spermiation
event where sperm are released fro. sustentacular cells
Each day about ________ sperm complete the process of spermatogenesis
300 million
parts of sperm (3)
head: contains nucleus with 23 highly condensed chromosomes
acrosome: covers ant 2/3 of head, filled with enzymes to help sperm penetrate
tail: has 4 parts
4 parts of a sperm tail
neck: constricted region behind the head,contains centrioles=from microtubules compromising rest of tail
middle piece: contains mitochondria arranged in a spiral=provide ATP for locomotion to site of fertilization/sperm metabolism
principal piece: longest
end piece: terminal, tapering
how long do sperm live in female repro tract
less than 48 hours
at puberty certain ______ ______ cells increase their secretion of gonadotropin releasing hormone (GnRH). This hormone in
turn stimulates _______ in the _______ ______ to increase their secretion of the two gonadotropins, ______ _____ and ______-_____ _______
hypothalamic
neurosecretory
gonadotrophs
ant pituitary
luteinizing hormone (LH)
follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
LH stimulates what and secretes/where
interstitial cells located between seminiferous tubules to secrete testosterone
testosterone inhibits what (2) and by
LH by ant pituitary gonadotrophs
GnRH by hypothalamic neurosecretory cells
In some target cells, such as those in the external genitals and prostate, the enzyme __-_____ ______ converts testosterone to another androgen called __________ (___)
5 alpha-reductase
dihydrotestosterone (DHT)
FSH acts indirectly to stimulate _______
spermatogenesis
FSH and testosterone act synergistically on the ______ cells to stimulate secretion of _____-_____ _____ into the lumen of the _________ ______ and into the interstitial fluid around the _________ ______
sustentacular
androgen-binding protein (ABP)
seminiferous tubules
spermatogenic cells
ABH function
binds to testosterone to keep its concentration high
Testosterone stimulates the final steps of __________ in the _________ ______
spermatogenesis
seminiferous tubules
what is released once the degree of spermatogenesis required
for male reproductive functions has been achieved and by what
sustentacular cells release inhibin
inhibin function
inhibiting FSH secretion by the anterior pituitary
The hormone–receptor complex regulates _____ _______, turning
some _____ on and others off
gene expression
genes
androgen effects (4)
- prenatal development: before birth, testosteron stimulates male development of repro system ducts/descent of testes; Dihydrotestosterone stimulates development of external genitals
- Development of male sexual characteristics: At puberty, dihdro/testosterone bring about development/enlargement of the male sex organs + development of masculine secondary sexual characteristics
- Development of sexual function: contributes to male sexual behaviour and spermatogenesis and sex drive
- Stimulation of anabolism: stimulate protein synthesis (more muscle)
show steps in negative feedback control of increasing testosterone
receptors: cells in hypothalamus that secrete GnRH secrete less
CC: ant pituitary gonadotrophs secrete less LH
effectors: interstitial (Lydig) cells in testes secrete less testosterone
Pressure generated by the fluid secreted by ________ cells pushes sperm and fluid along the lumen of
________ _______ and then into a series of very short ducts called _______ _____. The _____ ______ lead to a network of ducts in the testis called the ____ ____ From the ____ ____, sperm move into a series of coiled efferent ducts
in the ________ that empty into a single tube called the _____ ______.
sustentacular
seminiferous tubules
straight tubules
straight tubules
rete testis
rete testis
epididymis
ductus epidiymis
epididymis along what border of each testes
curves along superior and posterior
The _______ ducts from the testis join the ductus epididymis at the larger, superior portion of the epididymis called the _____. The ____ is the narrow midportion of the epididymis, and the ____ is the smaller, inferior portion. At its distal end, the tail of the epididymis continues as the _____ (___) _______.
efferent
head
body
tail
ductus (vas) deferens
histology of ductus deferens
lined with pseudostratified columnar epithelium and encircled by layers of smooth muscle
contain stereocilia (branching microvilli) to increase reabsorption of degenerated sperm
Functionally, the epididymis is the site of _____ ______, the process by which sperm acquire motility and the ability to fertilize an ovum. This occurs over a period of about ___ days. The epididymis also helps propel sperm into the ______ ______ during sexual arousal by peristaltic contraction of its SM. In addition, the epididymis stores sperm, which remain viable here for up to _____ _____. Any stored sperm that are not ejaculated by that time are eventually _______.
sperm maturation
14
ductus deferens
several months
reabsorbed
Within the tail of the epididymis, the ductus epididymis becomes less convoluted, and its diameter increases. Beyond this point, the duct is known as the _____ ______
ductus deferens
ductus deferens length/location
45 cm
ascends along the posterior border
of the epididymis through the spermatic cord and then enters the
pelvic cavity. There it loops over the ureter and passes over the side
and down the posterior surface of the urinary bladder
ampulla of ductus deferens
dilated terminal portion
The mucosa of the ductus deferens consists of _______ _______ _____
and ______ ______ (______ __). The muscularis has 3 layers of smooth muscle; the inner and outer layers are _______, and the middle layer is ______
pseudostratified columnar epithelium
lamina propria
areolar CT
longitudinal
circular
ductus deferens function (2)
conveys sperm from epididymis toward urethra through peristaltic contractions of SM
can store for several months before ejaculation/reabsorption
spermatic cord consists of (6)
- ductus (vas) deferens
- testicular artery
- veins that drain the testis and carry testosterone into circulation
- autonomic nerves
- lymphatic vessels
- cremastermuscle
what passes through inguinal canal
spermatic cord and ilioinguinal nerve
where does inguinal canal begin and end
begin: deep (abdominal) inguinal ring - slitlike opening in the aponeurosis of the transversus abdominis muscle
end: superficial (subcutaneous) inguinal ring - somewhat triangular opening in the aponeurosis of the external oblique muscle
variocele
refers to a swelling in the scrotum due to a dilation of the veins that drain the testes
usually more apparent when standing/doesn’t require treatment
ejaculatory duct formed by
union of the duct from the seminal vesicle and the ampulla of the ductus
deferens
The short ejaculatory ducts form just _____ to the base (superior portion) of the prostate and pass _____ and _____ through the prostate. They terminate in the _____ _____, where they eject ____ and ______ _____ _____ just before the release of semen from the urethra to the exterior
superior
inferiorly
anteriorly
prostatic urethra
sperm
seminal vesicle secretions
male urethra 3 parts
prostatic urethra: through prostate
intermediate urethra: through deep muscles of perineum
spongy urethra: through penis
seminal vesicle location
posterior to base of bladder and anterior to rectum
seminal vesicle secretes
alkaline, viscous fluid that contains fructose (a monosaccharide sugar), prostaglandins, and clotting proteins that are different from those in blood
function of seminal vesicle secretions (4)
alakinity: neutralize the acidic environment of the male urethra/female reproductive tract that otherwise would inactivate/kill sperm
fructose: ATP production by sperm
prostoglandins: contribute to sperm motility and viability and may
stimulate smooth muscle contractions within the female reproductive
tract
clotting proteins: help semen coagulate after ejaculation to prevent leaking out of vagina
Fluid secreted by the seminal vesicles
normally constitutes about ___% of the volume of semen
60%
The prostate slowly increases in size from birth to puberty. It then expands rapidly until about age __, after which time its size typically remains stable until about age __, when further enlargement may occur, constricting the ____ and interfering with urine flow
30
45
urethra
The prostate secretes a milky, slightly acidic fluid (pH about ___) that contains several substances. (1) _____ ____in used by sperm for ATP production via the ____ ____. (2) Several proteolytic enzymes, such as ____-_____ ______, ______, ______, ______, and ________, eventually break down the
clotting proteins from the seminal vesicles. (3) The function of the
____ _______ secreted by the prostate is unknown. (4) ___________ in prostatic fluid is an antibiotic that can destroy naturally occurring bacteria in semen and in the lower female reproductive tract.
6.5
citric acid
Krebs cycle
prostate-specific antigen (PSA)
pepsinogen
lysozyme
amylase
hyaluronidase
acid phosphatase
Seminalplasmin
Secretions of the prostate enter the prostatic urethra through many ______ _____. Prostatic secretions make up about ___ of the volume of
semen and contribute to sperm ______ and ______
prostatic ducts
25%
motility
viability
bulbourethral glands AKA
cowper’s glands
bulbourethral glands size
peas
bulbourethral gland location
inferior to the prostate on either side of the membranous urethra within deep muscles of the perineum, and ducts open into spongy urethra
During sexual arousal, the bulbourethral glands secrete an alkaline fluid into the _____ that protects the passing sperm by ______ _____ from urine in the urethra. They also secrete _____ that lubricates the end of the penis and the lining of the urethra, decreasing the number of
sperm ______ during _____. Some males release a drop or two of this mucus upon sexual arousal and erection. The fluid does not contain _____ cells
urethra
neutralizing acids
mucus
damaged
ejaculation
sperm
Semen is a mixture of _____ and ______ ______, a liquid that consists of the secretions of the ______ _____, ______ ______, ________, and _______ ______. The volume of semen in a typical ejaculation is _____ mL, with ______ sperm per mL. When the number falls below ________/mL, the male is likely to be infertile
sperm
seminal fluid
seminiferous tubules
seminal vesicles
prostate
bulbourethral glands
2.5-5
50-150 million
20 million
Despite the slight acidity of ______ _____, semen has a slightly alkaline pH of _____ due to the higher pH and larger volume of fluid from the ______ ______. The ______ _____ gives semen a milky appearance, and fluids from the _______ ______ and _______ _______ give it a sticky consistency.
prostatic fluid
7.2-7.7
seminal vesicles
prostatic secretion
seminal vesicles
bulbourethral glands
semen function (3)
Seminal fluid provides sperm with a transportation medium, nutrients, and protection from the hostile acidic environment of the male’s urethra and the female’s vagina
time and what makes sperm coagulate/reliquify
coagulate: 5 minutes due to clotting proteins from seminal vesicle
reliquify: 10-20 mins due to prostatic-specific antigen (PSA) and other proteolytic enzymes from prostate
Aft er passing through the uterus and uterine tube, the sperm are affected by secretions of the uterine tube in a process called _______
capacitation
tunica albuginea
fibrous tissue surrounding each of the three cylindrical masses of tissue making up the body of the penis