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
2
Q
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.