Histology of Male and Female Reproductive Tract Flashcards

1
Q

the ovary is attached to the posterior face of the […] ligament; anchored to the uterus by the […..] ligament and to the pelvic wall by the [….] ligament.

A

broad
ovarian
suspensory

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describe histological structure of ovary’s cortex and medulla?

A

inner medulla - loose CT and blood vessels

outer cortex - location of ovarian follicles/oocytes. cortical stroma is smooth muscle, important for contracting to expel oocytes into the surrounding space.

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