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M3: Female Reproductive System Flashcards

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PURPOSE OF THE FEMALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM

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  1. Receives sperm from the male reproductive system.
  2. Produces eggs (ova) for fertilization.
  3. Provides a site for fertilized eggs to develop into a fetus.
  4. Produces hormones that regulate sexual maturity and the development of secondary sex characteristics.
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External organs:

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  1. Mons pubis
  2. Clitoris
  3. Urethral opening
  4. Labia majora
  5. Labia minora
  6. Hymen
  7. Vaginal Opening
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Internal organs:

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  1. Fallopian tube
  2. Ovary
  3. Uterus
  4. Cervis
  5. Vagina
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The anterior pituitary gland releases ______________ and _____________, which stimulate the ovaries to produce estrogen and progesterone. These ovarian hormones then regulate the uterus.

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follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) ; luteinizing hormone (LH)

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Additionally, ovarian hormones provide feedback control by inhibiting the anterior ______________ to maintain hormonal balance.

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pituitary gland

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Small, almond-shaped organs in the pelvic cavity.

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OVARY

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Ovary arise from the same embryonic tissue as testes. Making testes and ovaries __________.

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homologous

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Similar to testes, it produces gametes (ova,
singular: ovum) and hormones (_________ and _________)

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estrogens and progesterone

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_________ occurs via meiosis, producing only one viable ovum per meiotic event.

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Oogenesis

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Oogenesis begins _________, containing all ova a woman will produce.

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before female birth

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Ova are found in the _________________, surrounded by the ovarian cortex.

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ovarian germinal epithelium

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At birth, each ovary may contain from ________ to ________ cells.

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200,000 to 2 million

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Primary oocytes undergo _______, leaving approximately 150,000 to 200,000 by puberty, or about 300,000 to 400,000 in both ovaries.

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atresia

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reabsorption of immature ova prior to birth.

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Atresia

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Only 400 or so of these mature to ovulation during a woman’s reproductive lifetime.

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primary oocytes

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EGG FORMATION

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OOGENESIS

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Primary oocytes are surrounded by a group of ___________, which develop alongside the oocyte.

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follicular cells

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Primary follicles have _________, producing a gel-like layer.

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1-7 layers

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Hormones from the anterior pituitary gland stimulate the maturation of these cells into ____________ and _____________.

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secondary follicles and mature Graafian follicles

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During ovulation, the secondary oocyte is released into the _____________.

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pelvic cavity

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________ completes meiosis to form an ovum

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Fertilization

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The ________ egg is short-lived, remaining viable for about 24 hours.

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ovulated

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The immature egg is either fertilized by sperm within 24 hours or degenerates during the next ______________

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menstrual cycle

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Once the oocyte is ovulated, it will be transported to the uterine tubes using its finger-like ________.

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fimbriae

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It is able to pick up the egg by rhythmically swaying in tune to the hormonal signals of ovulation, this creates a current that sucks in the oocyte.
UTERINE TUBES
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The inner linings of the tube are wrapped with _____________, allowing the oocyte to enter the uterus.
ciliated epithelium
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The oocyte is only viable for fertilization for about ________.
24 hours
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When fertilized, the eggs only travel on the _________ of the uterine tubes.
upper one-third
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It takes the oocyte 6-7 days to reach the uterus, during this time, it starts to degenerate unless it is fertilized.
OVULATION
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uterus has three layers:
1. endometrium 2. myometrium 3. perimetrium
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The outer covering of the uterus.
Perimetrium
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The middle layer composed of smooth muscle.
Myometrium
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The innermost layer
Endometrium
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Thickens and sheds every 28 days or in response to hormone levels, resulting in the menstrual flow.
Endometrium
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It does this in anticipation of receiving an embryo.
Endometrium
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The part that opens into the vagina
CERVIX
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Produces a mucus that provides a good environment for then sperm during ovulation
CERVIX
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But when no egg is present, the mucus becomes thick and unaccepting of sperm, resulting in a ___________
cervical mucus plug
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It is a complex process wherein fertilization must occur within a window of time to be followed by implantation shortly after
PREGNANCY
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The developing embryo must come in contact with the _____________ in order to digest its way into the tissue. This process triggers the formation of the _______________
endometrial tissue ; placental tissues
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A disease where endometrial tissue appears in the uterine tubes and on the external upper surface of the uterus and sometimes on the urinary bladder.
ENDOMETRIOSIS
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During menstruation, tissue is trapped in the abdominal cavity, leading to increased abdominal cramps and pain.
ENDOMETRIOSIS
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Can lead to _____________ where implantation occurs outside the uterus.
ectopic pregnancies
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Removal of the uterus to treat certain conditions affiliated with it
HYSTERECTOMY
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Treats uterine cancer, severe cramping during the menstrual cycle, endometriosis, and uterine prolapse.
HYSTERECTOMY
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_____ is usually recommended to those that undergo this surgical procedure in order to prevent postmenopausal symptoms.
HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy)
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VAGINA FUNCTIONS AND STRUCTURE
1. Connects the uterus with the external environment. 2. Serves as penis receptacle, menstrual outlet, and birth canal. 3. 10 cm-long muscular tube lined with mucous membrane. 4. Walls feature transverse folds for expansion. 5. Acids are inhospitable to sperm and kill them unless buffered. 6, Changes in cervical mucus during ovulation and seminal vesicle fluids aid sperm survival and egg reach.
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Collectively known as the vulva.
FEMALE EXTERNAL GENITALIA
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The most sensitive area is the _______.
clitoris
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“Small tuft of erectile tissue”
clitoris
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Homologous to the male glans penis.
clitoris
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Plays a role in sexual stimulation.
clitoris
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External urethral orifice located between the _______ and _______.
clitoris and vaginal orifice
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TRUE or FALSE Urinary and reproductive systems are separated in females.
TRUE
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________, named after the Greek god of marriage, part of external genitalia—not part of the vagina.
Hymen
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A thin fold of mucous membrane that partially covers the vaginal orifice.
Hymen
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Usually torn by physical activity, especially sexual intercourse.
Hymen
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Modified Sweat Glands
MAMMARY GLANDS
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Part of the integumentary system or skin
MAMMARY GLANDS
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Respond to estrogen and prolactin. - Depositing subcutaneous fat - Enlarging duct system - Producing milk, not sweat
MAMMARY GLANDS
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Modified sweat glands located above the ____________.
pectoralis major muscles
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Supported by ligaments and adipose tissue.
MAMMARY GLANDS
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Composed of lactiferous ducts that are connected to lactiferous sinuses.
MAMMARY GLANDS
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Milk is produced in ___________, stored in sinuses, and passed out via ducts.
gland lobules
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Milk swells during the last weeks of pregnancy due to the ___________ hormone, made by the anterior pituitary gland.
prolactin (PRL)
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When milk is formed, it is released from the gland in response to ________.
oxytocin
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TRUE or FALSE Oxytocin is released from the posterior pituitary gland during "the let-down" reflex or the mother's thoughts about nursing.
TRUE
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THE FEMALE ORGASM
1. AROUSAL 2. PLATEAU PHASE 3. ORGASM 4. RESOLUTION PHASE
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During _________, blood flow to the clitoris increases, glandular secretions facilitate lubrication, and heart rate and blood pressure rise.
AROUSAL
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As excitement builds, the body enters a ___________, which can last from a few seconds to several minutes.
PLATEAU PHASE
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the rhythmic contractions of pelvic muscles and an intense wave of pleasure, signaling the end of the plateau phase.
ORGASM
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return of heart rate, blood pressure, and blood flow to pre-arousal levels.
RESOLUTION PHASE
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Two separate cycles are occurring at once in females:
THE OVARIAN AND UTERINE CYCLE
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which cause the cyclic menstrual flow of the postpubescent female
THE OVARIAN AND UTERINE CYCLE
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These cycles are controlled by hormones from the ____________ (FSH and LH) and the _________ (estrogen and progesterone).
anterior pituitary gland ; ovaries
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The cycle begins with the follicular phase of the ovarian cycle, during which the anterior pituitary gland releases Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH) and Luteinizing hormone (LH). These hormones stimulate ovarian follicles to grow and mature, with one dominant follicle eventually preparing to release an egg.
STAGE 1: IN THE OVARY
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As the follicles develop in the ovary, they produce estrogen, which triggers the proliferative phase of the uterine cycle. During this phase, the uterine lining (endometrium) thickens, preparing for potential egg implantation.
STAGE 1: IN THE UTERUS
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When estrogen levels peak, the anterior pituitary releases Luteinizing Hormone (LH). This triggers ovulation of the ovarian cycle, which is the release of a mature egg from the ovary. The egg then travels into the fallopian tube, where it waits for possible fertilization by sperm.
STAGE 2: IN THE OVARY
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After ovulation, the luteal phase of the ovarian cycle begins, during which the ruptured follicle in the ovary transforms into the corpus luteum, which produces estrogen and progesterone. The progesterone maintains the thickened uterine lining in case a fertilized egg needs to attach.
STAGE 3: IN THE OVARY
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In the secretory phase of the uterine cycle, the progesterone stimulates the uterine glands to secrete nutrients, which help nourish the uterine lining and prepare the uterus for implantation.
STAGE 3: IN THE UTERUS
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If fertilization does not occur, the corpus luteum breaks down after approximately 14 days, causing estrogen and progesterone levels to drop. This hormone drop signals the uterus to shed its lining, resulting in menstruation. With low hormone levels, the anterior pituitary gland releases FSH and LH again, initiating a new cycle.
STAGE 4: IN THE OVARY AND UTERUS

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