APII Final Exam Key Objectives - Dr. Lawrence

A set of vocabulary flashcards based on Dr. Lawrence's APII Final Exam key objectives worksheet, covering reproductive anatomy, hormones, and stages of fetal development.

Gonads

The primary reproductive organs found in both females and males.

Female and male gonads

The specific names used to identify the primary reproductive organs for each gender.

Sperm store and mature

The process and location designated for the storage and maturation of sperm.

Ductus deferans

A reproductive structure that widens at the ampulla and joins with another reproductive duct.

Scrotal sac

An anatomical structure important for sperm, characterized by three essential facts.

Testosterone-producing cells

The specific cells within the reproductive system that produce testosterone.

Anatomical regions of the uterus

The physical regions that compose the uterus, including the part measured during pregnancy.

Uterine blood supply

The arteries within the uterus, specifically those that are shed during the process of menstruation.

FSH

Follicle-stimulating hormone and its specific anatomical or physiological role in reproduction.

LH

Luteinizing hormone and its specific anatomical or physiological role in reproduction.

Uterine Pouches

The pouches surrounding the uterus and their respective locations relative to other pelvic organs.

Histo Layers of the Uterus

The histological layers of the uterine wall, including a layer that is unresponsive to hormones.

Fertilized egg

The specific term used to identify an egg after fertilization has occurred.

Fetus sustenance

The system or structure that sustains the unborn during development.

Growth and maturation stage

The stage of the unborn refers specifically to the growth and maturation phase.

Organogenesis

The stage during development in which the formation of organs occurs.

Morula

An early stage of embryonic development mentioned in the APII objectives.

Gastrula

A developmental stage of an embryo included in the key objectives worksheet.

Embryo

A phase of prenatal development for the unborn.

Needle biopsy for genetic testing

A procedure used for fluid extraction to perform genetic testing.

Penis erection

A physiological response sustained by a specific anatomical region of the penis.

Climax

A response governed by a specific branch of the nervous system (NS response).

Support cells for sperm

Specialized cells that provide support for sperm development.