Female Reproductive System Structure and Hormones

This set of flashcards covers the general structure of the female reproductive system, its components, and the hormones involved in the ovarian and uterine cycles.

Ovaries

The female reproductive organs that produce eggs and hormones.

Uterine Tube

Structures consisting of three sections: fimbriae, infundibulum, and ampulla, where fertilization occurs.

Structure of breast and ducts associated with breast production

Breast is mainly adipose tissue

Glandular alveoli secrete the breast milk into secondary tubules

Then into lactiferous sinuses that store the milk before leading into lactiferous ducts and comes out nipple area

Fimbriae

Fingerlike projections that help draw the egg into the uterine tube.

Infundibulum

The first part of the uterine tube that is nearest to the ovary.

Ampulla

The section of the uterine tube where fertilization typically occurs.

Perimetrium

The superficial layer of the uterus.

Myometrium

The smooth muscle layer of the uterus responsible for contractions during delivery.

Endometrium

The inside layer of the uterus, consisting of two parts: stratum basalis and stratum functionalis.

Stratum Basalis

The part of the endometrium that is present from newborns to older females, providing a base for the functional layer.

Stratum Functionalis

The part of the endometrium that grows and sheds during the reproductive years.

Ovarian Cycle

The cycle that produces viable eggs, regulated by FSH and luteinizing hormone.

Uterine Cycle

The cycle that prepares the uterus for a possible pregnancy, influenced by estrogen and progesterone.

FSH

Follicle-stimulating hormone, crucial for the menstrual cycle.

Progesterone

Hormone that prepares the uterine lining for a fertilized egg after ovulation.

Estrogen

Hormone that regulates the uterine cycle prior to ovulation.