Reproductive 💁🏽♀️ Flashcards
What do the ovaries produce?
Oocytes (eggs) and hormones (estrogen, progesterone)
Ovaries are essential for female reproductive health and function.
What is the function of the oviducts (Fallopian tubes)?
Transport oocyte; site of fertilization
The oviducts play a crucial role in connecting the ovaries to the uterus.
What are the layers of the uterus?
- Endometrium
- Myometrium
- Perimetrium
Each layer has specific functions related to menstruation and pregnancy.
What is the role of the vagina in the female reproductive system?
Copulatory organ, birth canal
The vagina serves multiple reproductive functions.
What structures are included in the external genitalia (vulva)?
- Mons pubis
- Labia majora
- Labia minora
- Clitoris
The vulva is crucial for sexual function and protection of internal structures.
What is the function of mammary glands?
Produce milk for newborn nourishment
Mammary glands are vital for infant feeding.
What happens to primary oocytes before puberty?
Remain in prophase I
This stage is part of the oogenesis process.
What occurs during post-puberty oogenesis?
Meiosis I completes → Produces secondary oocyte + first polar body
Secondary oocyte is essential for fertilization.
When does Meiosis II complete during oogenesis?
Only if fertilization occurs
This stage is critical for the development of a mature ovum.
What occurs during the follicular phase of the ovarian cycle?
Follicle maturation, estrogen production
This phase lasts from days 1 to 14.
What happens during ovulation?
Release of secondary oocyte
Ovulation typically occurs around day 14 of the cycle.
What is the role of the corpus luteum?
Secretes progesterone & estrogen
The corpus luteum forms during the luteal phase of the ovarian cycle.
What is the function of FSH in hormonal regulation?
Stimulates follicle growth
Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) is crucial for the ovarian cycle.
What does LH do in the female reproductive system?
Causes ovulation and corpus luteum formation
Luteinizing Hormone (LH) is key for reproductive hormone regulation.
How does estrogen contribute to the menstrual cycle?
Regulates cycle, secondary sex traits, supports reproductive tract
Estrogen plays multiple roles in female physiology.
What is the role of progesterone in the menstrual cycle?
Prepares uterus for pregnancy; inhibits FSH & LH
Progesterone is essential for maintaining early pregnancy.
What does inhibin do in the female reproductive system?
Inhibits FSH & LH production
Inhibin helps regulate hormone levels in the body.
What occurs during the menstrual phase of the uterine cycle?
Endometrial lining sheds
This phase lasts from days 1 to 5.
What happens during the proliferative phase of the uterine cycle?
Endometrium rebuilds; estrogen rises
This phase lasts from days 6 to 14.
What is the purpose of the secretory phase in the uterine cycle?
Progesterone thickens endometrium for implantation
This phase lasts from days 15 to 28.
True or False: Female sexual response includes ejaculation.
False
Unlike males, females do not experience ejaculation.
What similarities exist between male and female sexual arousal?
Blood engorgement, gland activity
These physiological responses are similar in both sexes.
