quiz 1 Flashcards
During oogenesis, what is the fate of the polar bodies?
Question 1 Answer
a.
Contribute to fertilization
b.
Undergo apoptosis
c.
Form the zygote
d.
Develop into secondary oocytes
b.
Undergo apoptosis
How does PCOS impact insulin sensitivity, leading to long-term metabolic consequences?
Question 2 Answer
a.
Promotes glucose utilization in peripheral tissues
b.
Induces hyperglycemia
c.
Causes insulin resistance
d.
Increases insulin sensitivity
c.
Causes insulin resistance
The fallopian tubes are lined with ciliated epithelium. What is the primary function of these cilia?
Question 3 Answer
a.
Absorption of nutrients
b.
Secretion of hormones
c.
Production of mucus
d.
Facilitation of egg transport
d.
Facilitation of egg transport
The ovarian arteries and veins are surrounded by which of the following ligaments/diaphragms?
Question 4 Answer
a.
Suspensory ligament
b.
Broad ligament
c.
Urogenital diaphragm
d.
Transverse cervical ligament
a.
Suspensory ligament
What is a characteristic hormonal profile in individuals with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)?
Question 5 Answer
a.
High levels of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
b.
Elevated estrogen and progesterone
c.
Increased luteinizing hormone (LH) and androgens
d.
Reduced inhibin B levels
c.
Increased luteinizing hormone (LH) and androgens
What is the function of the steroidogenic acute regulatory protein (StAR)?
Question 6 Answer
a.
Promotes maturation of the Mullerian ducts
b.
Increased testosterone production
c.
Increases expression of DAX-1
d.
Suppresses testicular development
b.
Increased testosterone production
What is the primary function of the uterus in the female reproductive system, and how does it contribute to family planning considerations?
Question 7 Answer
a.
Menstrual blood transport; influences hormonal balance
b.
Produces sex hormones; enhances secondary sexual characteristics
c.
Site of fertilization; regulates ovulation
d.
Supports fetal development; plays a role in contraceptive methods
d.
Supports fetal development; plays a role in contraceptive methods
Which hormone is often found to be elevated in individuals with PCOS and contributes to the development of acne and hirsutism?
Question 8 Answer
a.
Estrogen
b.
Inhibin B
c.
Progesterone
d.
Testosterone
d.
Testosterone
Which hormone is primarily responsible for stimulating the development of ovarian follicles during the menstrual cycle?
Question 9 Answer
a.
Luteinizing hormone (LH)
b.
Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
c.
Progesterone
d.
Estrogen
b.
Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
Which of the following structures attach to the perineal body?
Question 10 Answer
a.
Bulbospongiosis
b.
Superficial perineal muscles
c.
Bartholin glands
d.
Corpora cavernosa
a.
Bulbospongiosis
