Lec.1-2-3-4-5 Flashcards
What structures make up the external part of the female reproductive system?
The vagina and vulva.
How many oviducts are present in the female reproductive system?
2 oviducts
What are the parts of the uterus in the female reproductive system?
The uterus consists of 2 uterine horns & a uterine body
What are the main anatomical components of the female reproductive system?
2 ovaries 2 oviducts
What is the function of the ovaries in the female reproductive system?
Responsible for producing eggs and hormones such as estrogen and progesterone.
What are the main components of the female reproductive system?
Body of Uterus Cervix
function of the clitoris ?
sexual arousal & pleasure.
Which structure connects the uterus to the vagina?
The cervix connects the uterus to the vagina.
What is the function of the infundibulum in the female reproductive system?
The infundibulum is the funnel-shaped end of the oviduct that helps capture the egg released from the ovary.
What characterizes a secondary ovarian follicle?
A secondary ovarian follicle has an oocyte surrounded by a stratified epithelium and theca cells.
How many layers of cells are present in a primary ovarian follicle?
A primary ovarian follicle has one or more layers of cells.
What is the structure of a Graafian follicle?
A Graafian follicle has an antrum that accumulates fluid with the oocyte located at one side and surrounded by cumulus oophorus.
What is the corpus luteum and what occurs after its formation?
The corpus luteum is a ruptured follicle (corpus haemorrhagicum) that rapidly increases in size and weight. If no pregnancy occurs it undergoes regression to become the corpus albicans
What happens to an atretic ovarian follicle?
An atretic ovarian follicle degenerates.
What is a primordial ovarian follicle composed of?
A primordial ovarian follicle consists of a small immature oocyte and a single layer of cells.
What features define a tertiary or vesicular ovarian follicle?;
A tertiary or vesicular ovarian follicle contains a full-sized primary oocyte a central cavity (antrum) filled with follicular fluid
What indicates the classification of early antral follicles in ewe lamb ovaries?
Follicles are recorded as early antral follicles once a small developing antrum is identified.
What distinguishes late antral follicles in the ovaries of ewe lambs?
Late antral follicles exhibit a clearly formed antral cavity with an almost isolated oocyte surrounded by the cumulus oophorus.
How are polyovular follicles defined in the context of ewe lamb ovaries?
Follicles with two or more oocytes inside are classified as polyovular follicles.
How are primary follicles defined in the histological sections of ewe lamb ovaries?
Primary follicles have an oocyte surrounded by a cuboidal epithelium of one to less than two layers of granulosa cells.
What is an atretic follicle and what are its characteristics in ewe lamb ovaries?
The detachment of cells in the antrum and the absence of cumulus oophorit.
What characterizes primordial follicles in the ovaries of 40-day-old ewe lambs?
Primordial follicles show an oocyte surrounded by a flat single layer of follicular cells.
What features are present in secondary follicles of 40-day-old ewe lambs?
Secondary follicles present the oocyte and zona pellucida surrounded by a variable number of concentric layers two or more
What is the primary function of the oviduct?
The oviduct is responsible for the movement of both oocytes and spermatozoa to the site of fertilization.
What role do the circular and longitudinal muscles play in the oviduct?; The circular and longitudinal muscles aid in the transport of oocytes and spermatozoa.
Where does fertilization occur within the oviduct?
occurs in the ampulla. which is a distal dilated portion of the oviduct.
What is the function of the fimbriae in the oviduct?
The fimbriae prevent oocytes from dropping into the peritoneal cavity.
What are the two types of cells that line the oviduct?
The oviduct is lined with both secretory and ciliated cells.
What is the infundibulum in relation to the oviduct?
The infundibulum is a funnel-shaped portion adjacent to the ovary that directs the ovum into the oviduct.
What distinguishes the isthmus of the oviduct from the ampulla?
The isthmus is a narrow portion connecting the oviduct to the uterine lumen has a thicker muscular wall
What are the functions of the uterus?
Include transporting sperm to the site of fertilization receiving the fertilized ovum
What are the three layers of the uterine wall?
The three layers of the uterine wall are the endometrium myometrium
What is the function of the endometrium?
The endometrium is highly glandular and varies in thickness and vascularity under hormonal influence; in ruminants it has caruncles where fetal membranes attach.
What changes occur in the myometrium during pregnancy?
During pregnancy the myometrium undergoes **hypertrophy **(increased cell size) and hyperplasia (increased cell numbers).
What is the role of the tunica serosa (perimetrium)?
The tunica serosa (perimetrium) provides suspensory support for the uterus and is suspended bilaterally from the body wall by the mesometrium.
What are the three main parts of the uterus?
The three main parts of the uterus are the two horns (coruna) the uterine body (corpus)
What is the primary function of the cervix in the female reproductive system?
The cervix acts as a heavy smooth muscle sphincter that is tightly closed except during oestrus and parturition
How does the cervix differ in structure between ruminants and mares?
In mares the cervix is relatively smooth and projects prominently into the vagina
What role does mucus secretion from the cervix play in the female reproductive system?
The mucus flow from the cervix prevents infective materials from entering the uterus.
What unique feature is found on the inner surface of the cervix in ruminants?
In ruminants the inner surface of the cervix is arranged in a series of rings called annular rings.
What anatomical structures are located at the caudal portion of the female genitalia?
The caudal portion of the female genitalia includes the vulva which is the vestibule of the vagina
What is the primary function of the vagina in relation to copulation?
The vagina serves as a sheath for the male penis during copulation.
What does the uterine artery supply?
The uterine artery supplies blood to the uterine body and horns.
What is the role of the vagina during parturition?
The vagina acts as a passage for the fetus during parturition.
What is one of the signs of pregnancy in cattle related to the uterine artery?
One sign of pregnancy in cattle is the palpable vibration of the uterine artery known as fremitus