Reproductive system Flashcards
What are the functions of the female reproductive system?
Production of ova Ovulation Reception od semen Transport od sperm and ovum to fertilization site Pregnancy Giving birth/laying eggs Nourishing offspring
What is the route the egg takes?
ovary, ovarion duct, uterus, cervix, vagina
What is the function of the ovaries
producing ova
Produce hormones to control reproductive activity
The ovary consists of three layers what are they called
Tunica albunigea
Ovarian cortex
Ovarian medulla
What does the ovarian cortex contain
oocytes, corpus luteum, corpora albicans
What does the ovarian medulla contain
bloodvessels, nerves, lymphatic tissue, connective tissue
What is the process of ova production
primary oocyte, secondary oocyte within a folllicle, graafian follicle - ovulation- corpus luteum, corpora albicans (degenerating corpus lutea)
Where does fertilization happen?
oviduct
The uterus contains of three layerws, what type of tissue are they made out of
Outer: Connective tissue
Middle: Muscle tissue
Inner: Epithelial layer (muces)
What are the functions of the uterus?
Semen transport
Luteolysis (production PGF2a > breakdown CL)
Environment for attachment embryo
Maternal contribution to the placenta
Expulsion of the fetus and fetal placenta
What are the funtions of the cervix
Seal/barrier
Let sperm pass
What are the components of the male reproductive system
Testis and scrotum
Spermatic cord
Accessory sex glands
Penis and muscles for protusion, erection and ejaculation
The testes are the primary reproductive organs in the male, what do they produce?
Spermatozoa
Hormones
Fluids
