OIA1004 (TERMS) FEMALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM

Ovaries

Glands producing female gametes and hormones.

Uterine Tubes

Conducts oocytes from ovaries to uterus.

Uterus

Hollow organ for embryo development.

Vagina

Muscular canal for childbirth and intercourse.

External Genitalia

Includes structures like vulva and clitoris.

Menarche

First occurrence of menstruation.

Menopause

End of menstrual cycles in females.

Mammary Glands

Produce milk; connected to reproductive system.

Vulva

Collective term for external female genital structures.

Clitoris

Sensitive organ; homologous to the male penis.

Labia Majora

Outer folds of skin protecting vulva.

Labia Minora

Inner folds of skin surrounding vaginal opening.

Cervix

Narrow lower part of the uterus.

Endometrium

Inner lining of the uterus; site for implantation.

Myometrium

Thick muscular layer of the uterus.

Ovarian Follicles

Structures containing immature oocytes.

Corpus Luteum

Temporary endocrine structure post-ovulation.

FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone)

Stimulates growth of ovarian follicles.

LH (Luteinizing Hormone)

Triggers ovulation and corpus luteum formation.

Progesterone

Hormone maintaining uterine lining during pregnancy.

Estrogen

Hormone regulating menstrual cycle and reproductive system.

Decidua

Modified endometrium during pregnancy.

Lactation

Process of milk production and secretion.

Galactokinesis

Ejection of milk from mammary glands.

Mammogenesis

Development of mammary glands during pregnancy.

Lactogenesis

Synthesis and secretion of milk.

Galactopoiesis

Maintenance of milk production.

Ovarian Cycle

Monthly series of events in ovaries.

Uterine Cycle

Monthly changes in the uterine lining.

Embryo Implantation

Attachment of embryo to uterine wall.

Decidua Basalis

Region of decidua beneath the implanted embryo.

Decidua Capsularis

Region of decidua covering the embryo.

Decidua Parietalis

Remaining decidua lining the uterus.