Mammary Glands

Question 1

What hormone stimulates both uterine contractions and milk production?

Answer 1

Oxytocin

Question 2

What is considered the “Functional Unit” of Mammary Glands?

Answer 2

Alveoli

Question 3

Groups of Alveoli are called…

Answer 3

Lobules

Question 4

Groups of Lobules are called…..

Answer 4

Lobes

Question 5

Groups of Lobes are called…….

Answer 5

Glands

Question 6

What part of the Mammary Glands are responsible for milk synthesis and contain myoepithelial cells that are responsive to Oxytocin?

Answer 6

Alveoli

Question 7

What animal has the highest incidence of mastitis?

Answer 7

Cows (because we milk them)

Question 8

Milk passes through what anatomical structure?

Answer 8

Ductules or Ducts

Question 9

Milk passage route

Answer 9

Alveoli
Intralobular
Interlobular
Intralobar
Interlobar
Teat sinus
Streak canal

Question 10

Colostrum contents

Answer 10

• Nutrients
  -Laxative
• Immunoglobulins

Question 11

What nutrients are contained in Colostrum

Answer 11

Protein, amino acids, vitamins, and fat

Question 12

Why does Colostrum contain a Laxative

Answer 12

To clear Meconium

Question 13

What type of immunity do the immunoglobulins in Colostrum provide?

Answer 13

Passive Immunity

Question 14

Complete absorption of Colostrum is only possible during what time period?

Answer 14

Within hours of birth

Question 15

Milk Contents

Answer 15

Proteins
Carbohydrates
Fats
Water
Vitamins
Minerals

Question 16

What type of Carbohydrate does milk contain?

Answer 16

Lactose