Male Reproductive System Audio Recording 6

These flashcards cover key vocabulary terms and concepts related to the anatomy and physiology of the female reproductive system, as discussed in the lecture.

Fallopian Tubes

The site of fertilization where sperm finds and fertilizes the egg.

Peristalsis

The wave-like muscle movements that help move the egg through the fallopian tubes.

Fimbriae

Fringe-like structures at the end of the fallopian tubes that help sweep the egg into the tube.

Fertilization

The process by which sperm penetrates the egg.

Implantation

When the fertilized egg embeds itself into the uterus.

Ectopic Pregnancy

A pregnancy that occurs outside the uterus, often in the fallopian tube.

Endometriosis

A condition where endometrial tissue grows outside the uterus, causing pain and potential infertility.

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)

An inflammation of the pelvic organs, often caused by infection, that can lead to infertility.

Uterus

The organ where a fertilized egg implants and develops during pregnancy.

Endometrium

The innermost layer of the uterus, responsible for implantation and shedding during menstruation.

Myometrium

The muscle layer of the uterus, sensitive to oxytocin during labor.

Perimetrium

The outermost layer of the uterus.

Cervix

The lower portion of the uterus that opens into the vagina; it dilates during labor.

Pap Smear

A test to screen for cervical cancer by examining cells from the cervix.

HPV (Human Papilloma Virus)

A virus associated with cervical cancer, found in cervical tissue of many women with this disease.

HPV Vaccine

A vaccine designed to protect against strains of HPV that can lead to cervical cancer.

Menstrual Cycle

The regular cycle of physiological changes in the female reproductive system, typically lasting about 28 days.

Menstrual Phase

Days 1-5 of the menstrual cycle when the uterus sheds its lining.

Proliferative Phase

The phase following menstruation where the uterine lining thickens in preparation for potential implantation.

Ovulation

The release of an egg from the ovary, typically occurring around day 14 of the menstrual cycle.

Corpus Luteum

The structure that forms after ovulation and produces progesterone.

Secretory Phase

The post-ovulatory phase when the endometrium prepares for implantation of a fertilized egg.

LH (Luteinizing Hormone)

A hormone that triggers ovulation and supports the formation of the corpus luteum.

FSH (Follicle-Stimulating Hormone)

A hormone that stimulates the maturation of ovarian follicles.

GnRH (Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone)

A hormone released by the hypothalamus that stimulates the anterior pituitary to produce LH and FSH.

Menarche

The first occurrence of menstruation.

Menopause

The cessation of the menstrual cycle for one full year.

Abruptio Placentae

Sudden detachment of the placenta from the uterus, which can cause hemorrhage.

Placenta Previa

A condition where the placenta partially or completely covers the cervix.

Vagina

The canal through which uterine secretions exit the body; also known as the birth canal.

Hymen

A membrane that partially covers the vaginal opening, which can rupture due to various activities.

Vulva

The collective term for the external female reproductive structures.

Clitoris

Erectile tissue in females that is analogous to the penis in males.

Vestibular Glands

Glands that secrete mucus for lubrication in the female reproductive system.

Basal Body Temperature

The body temperature measured in the morning that can indicate ovulation.

Secondary Sex Characteristics

Physical features that develop during puberty such as breast development and widening of hips.

Corpus Albicans

The degenerated form of the corpus luteum when fertilization does not occur.

Menstrual Flow

The shedding of the endometrial lining and the accompanying bleeding during menstruation.

Inhibin

A hormone produced by the ovaries that inhibits the production of FSH.

Androgens

Hormones that promote the development of male characteristics but are also present in females.

Hair Growth

The development of pubic and axillary hair, influenced by androgens.

Nutrient Supply

Glycogen and lipids secreted by the glands of the uterus to nourish a developing embryo.

Reproductive Cycle

The sequence of hormonal and physiological changes that occurs in the female reproductive system.

Natural Birth Control

A method that involves tracking menstrual cycles and basal body temperature to avoid pregnancy.

Oocyte

The female gamete or egg that is released during ovulation.

Ovulatory Phase

The phase of the menstrual cycle when ovulation occurs.

Anterior Pituitary

The gland that produces LH and FSH in response to GnRH.

Pregnancy Support

The hormones and anatomical changes that support the development of the fetus in the womb.

Hormonal Support

The influence of hormones on the reproductive organs during the menstrual cycle.

Nutrient Delivery

The increase in blood supply to the endometrium that supports embryo development.