summary terms/functions Flashcards
What is the function of the Cremaster Muscle?
Raises and lowers the testes to regulate temperature for optimal sperm production
Important for maintaining the temperature necessary for spermatogenesis.
Where does spermatogenesis take place?
In the Seminiferous Tubule
Coiled tubules located in the testes.
What do the Testes produce?
Sperm and secrete testosterone
Male gonads responsible for reproductive functions.
What is the Prepuce (Foreskin)?
A retractable fold of skin that covers and protects the glans penis
Often removed during circumcision.
What is the Pudendal Cleft?
The external opening of the vulva between the labia majora
Important anatomical feature of female external genitalia.
What changes in consistency throughout the menstrual cycle to facilitate or block sperm entry?
Cervical Mucus
Plays a key role in fertility and conception.
What is the function of the Cervix?
Connects the uterus to the vagina, allowing passage of sperm, menstrual flow, and the baby during childbirth
Acts as a barrier and entry point for various reproductive processes.
Where is the Clitoris located?
At the anterior junction of the labia minora
A key organ involved in sexual arousal.
What does Gynecology study?
The health of the female reproductive system
A specialized branch of medicine.
What is the Perineum?
The area between the vulva (or scrotum in males) and the anus
Contains muscles important in childbirth and sexual function.
What is an Ovum?
The mature female gamete capable of being fertilized by a sperm
The plural form is Ova.
What do Mammary Glands produce?
Milk (lactation) under hormonal control
Modified sweat glands located in the breasts.
What is the role of FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone)?
Stimulates ovarian follicle development in females and spermatogenesis in males
Secreted by the anterior pituitary.
What does Prolactin stimulate?
Milk production in mammary glands after childbirth
A hormone from the anterior pituitary.
What is the Corpus Luteum?
Structure formed after ovulation from the ruptured follicle
Secretes progesterone, estrogen, relaxin, and inhibin.
What is the function of Relaxin?
Relaxes the uterus and pelvic ligaments during pregnancy and labor
Secreted by the corpus luteum and placenta.
What does Inhibin do?
Inhibits FSH secretion to regulate gamete production
Produced by the ovaries or Sertoli cells in males.
What is Ovarian Tissue responsible for?
Producing oocytes and hormones
Contains follicles at various developmental stages.
What is Oophorectomy?
Surgical removal of one or both ovaries
A surgical procedure affecting female reproductive health.
What occurs during the Menstrual Phase (Days 1–5)?
Shedding of the endometrium
Marks the start of the menstrual cycle.
What happens during the Preovulatory Phase (Days 6–13)?
Follicular development and endometrial repair
Prepares the body for potential ovulation.
What occurs during Ovulation (Day 14)?
Release of a mature oocyte from the ovary
Critical event in the menstrual cycle.
What happens during the Postovulatory Phase (Days 15–28)?
Corpus luteum activity; prepares the endometrium for implantation
Essential for establishing a pregnancy.
What is Syphilis?
A sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by Treponema pallidum
Progresses in stages and can cause serious systemic damage if untreated.
