Female and Male Anatomy Flashcards
Muscular Tissue that separates the vagina and anus
Perineum
Fatty layer of tissue over the pubic symphysis. Serves as a cushion to protect during intercourse
Mons Pubis
Main Organs of the Female Reproductive System
- Ovaries
- Uterine tubes
- Uterus
- Vagina
- External Genitalia
Accessory Organs of the Female Reproductive System
- Mammary Glands
- Small accessory glands
External Genitalia
- Perineum
- Mons Pubis
- Labia
- Vestibule
- Clitoris
Protects vagina and urethra
Labia
Protected by labia minora, contains the urethral opening and the vaginal orifice
Vestibule
Erectile tissue, highly innervated and vascular
Clitoris
Hymen completely covers the vaginal orifice. Can be caused by sexual abuse
Imperforate Hymen
Internal Genitalia
- Vagina
- Uterus
- Cervix
- Fallopian tubes
- Ovaries
Elastic canal of smooth muscle (9-10 cm in length) that connects the external genitalia to the uterus (cervix)
Vagina
3 Functions of the Vagina
- Female organ of copulation, receiving the penis during intercourse
- Birth canal
- Outlet for menstrual blood
Primary site of fetal development
Uterus
Parts of the Uterus
- Fundus (top)
- Body (middle)
- Cervix (bottom)
3 Layers of the Uterus
- Endometrium
- Myometrium
- Perimetrium
Narrowest portion of the uterus, 2.5 cm long and dilates to 10 cm during labour
Cervix
Where does fertilization usually occur?
In the distal third of the fallopian tube
3 Functions of Ovaries
- Releases estrogen and progesterone in response to anterior pituitary gland and stimulating the FSH and LH
- Development and release of egg
- Secretion of inhibin
Provides nourishment for developing infant
Mammary Gland
Milk production
Lactation
Bands of connective tissue supporting mammary glands
Suspensory Ligaments
Mammary Gland Organization
Lobes –> Lobules –> Lactiferous duct –> Lactiferous sinus –> Nipple
Where sperm cells from testes are stored
Epididymis
Produce hormones responsible for sexual maturation and sperm cells
Testes
Duct that carries sperm to the urethra for ejaculation
Vas Deferans
Source of fluid that combines with sperm to form semen
Prostate Glands
60% of semen volume
Seminal Glands (vesicles)
Located at the base of penis
Bulbo-Urethral Gland
Pathway of Sperm
Spermatozoa –> Testes –> Epididymis –> Vas deferens –> Ejaculatory ducts –> Urethra
Sperm leaving the testes are physically mature but immobile, to become mobile and fully functional, they must undergo what process?
Capacitation
