Reproductive System Flashcards
Testes
Make sperm (via meiosis) and produce testosterone.
Vas Deferens
Sperm travel through this tube, joins with urethra
Prostate
Gland that produces a fluid that carries sperm during ejaculation.
Penis
the male genital organ of higher vertebrates, carrying the duct for the transfer of sperm during copulation. In humans and most other mammals, it consists largely of erectile tissue and serves also for the elimination of urine.
Epididymis
Collects mature sperm which is eventually propelled through the vas deferens
Vasectomy
The tube is cut to prevent sperm leaving (and fertilizing an egg)
Circumcision
The foreskin is surgically removed, exposing the end of the penis.
Ovary
(Female) This is where the eggs are produced through cell division (MEIOSIS)
Uterus
The uterus maintains an environment for accepting a fertilized egg.
Fallopian Tubes
One of two long, slender tubes that connect the ovaries to the uterus.
Vagina
The muscular tube leading from the external genitals to the cervix of the uterus in women and most female mammals.
Cervix
The lower, narrow end of the uterus that forms a canal between the uterus and vagina.
Fraternal Twins
Fraternal twins develop from the fertilization of two individual eggs.
Zygote
A fertilized egg is called a zygote.
Testosterone
Testosterone is the male sex hormone that is made in the testicles. Testosterone hormone levels are important to normal male sexual development and functions. During puberty (in the teen years), testosterone helps boys develop male features like body and facial hair, deeper voice, and muscle strength.
Menstruation
The most common amount of menstrual flow (measured in a laboratory from all collected tampons and pads) was about two tablespoons (30 ml) in a whole period
Barrier Method
Barrier methods of birth control act as barriers to keep the man’s sperm from reaching the woman’s egg.
Placenta
The placenta is an organ that develops in your uterus during pregnancy. This structure provides oxygen and nutrients to your growing baby and removes waste products from your baby’s blood.
Ultrasound
Ultrasound (also called sonogram) is a prenatal test offered to most pregnant women. It uses sound waves to show a picture of your baby in the uterus (womb). Ultrasound helps your health care provider check on your baby’s health and development.
Amniocentesis
Amniocentesis is a procedure used to take out a small sample of the amniotic fluid for testing. This is the fluid that surrounds the fetus in a pregnant woman. Amniotic fluid is a clear, pale yellow fluid that: Protects the fetus from injury.
Pap Test
A Pap Smear, usually done during your first prenatal visit is a test used to look for changes in the cells of the cervix which indicate cervical cancer or conditions that may develop into cancer.
Epidural
An epidural block is a numbing medicine given by injection (shot) in the back. It numbs or causes a loss of feeling in the lower half of your body. This lessens the pain of contractions during childbirth.
Trimester
any of three periods of approximately three months each into which a human pregnancy is divided.
Umbilical Cord
The umbilical cord is a narrow tube-like structure that connects the developing baby to the placenta.
IUD
An intrauterine device (IUD) is a small plastic T-shaped device used for birth control. It is inserted into the uterus where it stays to prevent pregnancy.
Ovulation
Ovulation is when a mature egg is released from the ovary, pushed down the fallopian tube, and is made available to be fertilized. Approximately every month an egg will mature within one of your ovaries.
C-Section
is the surgical procedure by which one or more babies are delivered through an incision in the mother’s abdomen
Fertilization
The fusion of gametes to give rise to a new individual organism or offspring and initiate its development.
Plan-B
A morning-after pill that can be used after unprotected sex to prevent pregnancy
Contractions
Tightening of uterine muscle fibers that occurs briefly and intermittently throughout pregnancy and more regularly and forcefully during active labor.
Diaphragm
Reusable rubber or silicone cup that covers the cervix, a birth control (contraceptive) device that prevents sperm from entering the uterus
