Histology Flashcards
Type of epithelium covering the ovary
Simple cuboidal epithelium
What is meant by the term Oogenesis?
Development of oocytes, the female germ cells, from oogonia
What is meant by the term Folliculogenesis?
Growth of the follicle which consists of the oocyte and any associated support cells
Name the parts of the uterine tubes from the fimbria to uterus
Fimbria -> infundibulum -> ampulla -> isthmus -> interstitial part
Epithelium covering the mucosa of the ampulla of the uterine tubes
Simple cuboidal epithelium - contains ciliated cells and secretory cells
How many layers of smooth muscle are found in the ampulla of the uterine tube?
2
How many layers of smooth muscle are found in the isthmus of the uterine tube?
3
How many layers of smooth muscle make up the myometrium of the uterus?
3 (combine with collagen and elastic tissue)
The two layers of the endometrium of the uterus
Stratum Functionalis
Stratum Basalis
What is the Stratum Functionalis?
Top layer of the endometrium of the uterus which undergoes the monthly growth, degeneration and loss
What is the Stratum Basalis?
The layer of the endometrium of the uterus which acts as reserve tissue that regenerates the functionalis
What happens to the glands within the endometrium of the uterus during the secretory phase?
They become coiled to form a corkscrew appearance and start secreting glycogen
What happens to the Stratum Functionalis during the menstrual phase of the cycle
The arterioles undergo constriction, depriving tissues of blood leading to ischaemia. The tissue breaks down and there is leakage of blood and tissue sloughing.
Type of epithelium found on the vaginal surface of the cervix
Stratified squamous epithelium
The name of the area of the cervix where the epithelial lining changes
The Transition Zone