Reproductive pt 2 Flashcards
define SPERM COUNT
test determine volume, #, shape, size, & motility of sperm for fertility study/confirm results of vasectomy
aka: sperm count
sperm analysis or semen alaysis
define TESTICULAR SELF-EXAMINATION
early detection of testicular cancer done once a month by looking for lumps, swellings, or changes in skin
describe COLPOSCOPY
visual exam of cervix, vagina, & vulva tissues; sometimes involve sampling epithelial tissue for biopsy if abnormal pap smear
describe ENDOMETRIAL BIOPSY
remove some tissue from uterine lining for microscope to determine cause of abnormal bleeding & diagnose PCOS & uterine cancer
describe TRANSVAGINAL ULTRASOUND
used to find cause of pelvic pain, infertility, or abnormal bleeding
aka: transvaginal ultrasound
endovaginal ultrasound
define HYSTEROSALPINGOGRAPHY (HSG)
xray to examine uterus & fallopian tubes w/radiopaque dye (dye that blocks xrays) to diagnose blockages
define HYSTEROSCOPY (HYS)
visual exam in uterus interior & fallopian tubes to diagnose & treat abnormal bleeding
define PAP SMEAR
exfoliative biopsy of cervix to detect precancerous/cancerous cells of cervix/vagina & scrape cells for microscope
aka: pap smear
pap test or papanicolaou test
define PREGNANCY TEST
detects unusually high HCG levels in blood/urine
define 1st TRIMESTER SCREENING
ultrasound & blood test @ 11-13 weeks to detect chromosome abnormality
aka: 1st trimester screening
combined screening
define CHORIONIC VILLUS SAMPLING (CVS)
test @ 11-14 week pregnancy to remove cells/section from chorionic villi to look for genetic abnormality/chromosome issues
describe AMNIOCENTESIS (AMN)
surgical puncture to obtain amniotic fluid sample after 15th week to evaluate fetal health, diagnose congenital disorders, & assess genetic/developmental conditions of fetus
high cholesterol can be a risk factor for what male reproductive issue
erectile dysfunction
define CULTURE & SENSITIVITY (C&S)
take culture & observe growth & bacteria tested w/antibiotics to see which most effective
define DIGITAL RECTAL EXAMINATION (DRE)
dr inserts finger in rectum check for prostate enlargement
define FLUORESCENT TREPONEMAL ANTIBODY ABSORPTION TEST (FTA-ABS test)
syphilis blood test using antibodies specific to bacteria causing disease
define PREHN’S SIGN
test during exam of scrotum where testicles lifted giving pain relief from epididymitis but not from testicular torsion
describe TRANSRECTAL ULTRASOUND-GUIDED PROSTATE BIOPSY
needle thru wall of rectum into prostate; most common biopsy method
define TRANSURETHRAL PROSTATE BIOPSY
cystoscope threaded thru urethra to level of prostate & get biopsy w/cutting instrument/loop
describe PROSTATE-SPECIFIC ANTIGEN ASSAY (PSA assay)
determine level of PSA in blood; high amounts = enlargement of prostate & prostate cancer
define PROSTATE ULTRASOUND
sound waves help identify conditions such as prostate enlargement & testicular torsion
define RAPID PLASMA REAGIN (RPR)
syphilis blood test to screen pregnant ppl & monitor reaction to syphilis treatment
define WET MOUNT
test where specimen placed in water/other liquid then covered w/slip to protect microscope during exam
define BREAST SELF-EXAM (BSE)
monthly visual & palpable breast check to assess for change & lumps
define CERVICAL BIOPSY
diagnose cervical dysplasia & cervical cancer
define CULDOSCOPY
visual exam of internal organs of pelvic cavity w/scope to diagnose ectopic pregnancy & salpingitis
define HYSTEROMETRY
measure depth of uterine cavity & cervix w/sound
aka: hysterometry
uterometry
define PARACENTESIS
remove fluid from body cavity w/needle/trocar/cannula for diagnosis or treatment
define PELVIC ULTASONOGRAPHY
sonogram of organs & structure in pelvic cavity