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32 Cards in this Set
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Female reprod. Sys.: Ovaries
Subgroup: Ovarian Ligaments LM: 591 TB: 1041 CN: 1 |
Definition/Function:
(1)Ovarian Ligament - medially attaches the ovary to the uterus (2)Suspensory Ligament - attaches the ovaries laterally to the pelvic wall CN: 1 |
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Female reprod. Sys.: Ovaries
Subgroup: Primary Follicles LM: 588 TB: 1042 CN: 2 |
Definition/Function:
Has a single layer of cuboidal or columnar type follicle cells enclosing the oocyte CN: 2 |
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Female reprod. Sys.: Ovaries
Subgroup: Secondary Follicles LM: 588 TB: 1042 CN: 3 |
Definition/Function:
Formed when two or more layers of granulosa cells surround the oocyte CN: 3 |
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Female reprod. Sys.: Ovaries
Subgroup: Vesicular Follicles (Graafian Follicle) LM: 588 TB: 1042 CN: 4 |
Definition/Function:
Forms when the fluid-filled pockets coalesce to form a central fluid filled cavity called an antrum; oocyte sits on a stalk of granulosum cells at the side of the antrum. CN: 4 |
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Female reprod. Sys.: Ovaries
Subgroup: Corpus Luteum LM: 588 TB: 1042 CN: 5 |
Definition/Function:
After ovulation, the ruptured follicle is transformed into this glandular structure, which primarily secretes progesterone in preparation for pregnancy. If pregnancy does not occur, it degenerates into the corpus albicans. CN: 5 |
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Female reprod. Sys.: Uterine Tube
Subgroup: Infundibulum LM: 588 TB: 1042 CN: 6 |
Definition/Function:
An open, funnel shaped structure at the end of the uterine tube; ciliated fingerlike projections called fimbriae are found here. CN: 6 |
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Female reprod. Sys.: Uterine Tube
Subgroup: Fimbriae LM: 588 TB: 1042 CN: 7 |
Definition/Function:
Ciliated, fingerlike projectionsthat drape over the ovary. CN: 7 |
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Female reprod. Sys.: Uterine Tube
Subgroup: Ampulla LM: 588 TB: 1042 CN: 8 |
Definition/Function:
The expanded, distal end of the uterine tube; fertilization usually occurs in this region. CN: 8 |
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Female reprod. Sys.: Uterus
Subgroup: Round Ligament LM: 591 TB: 1044 CN: 9 |
Definition/Function:
Attaches the uterus to the anterior body wall at about the region of the inguinal canal. CN: 9 |
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Female reprod. Sys.: Uterus
Subgroup: Endometrium LM: 590 TB: 1044 CN: 10 |
Definition/Function:
Mucosal lining of the uterine cavity. CN: 10 |
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Female reprod. Sys.: Uterus
Subgroup: Myometrium LM: 590 TB: 1044 CN: 11 |
Definition/Function:
The bulky middle layer of the uterus, composed of interlacing bundles of smooth muscle. It contracts rythmically to expel the baby from the mother's body during child birth. CN: 11 |
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Female reprod. Sys.: Uterus
Subgroup: Internal Os LM: Not Found TB: 1043-1044 CN: 12 |
Definition/Function:
The end of the cervical canal that opens to the uterus. CN: 12 |
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Female reprod. Sys.: Uterus
Subgroup: Cervical Canal LM: Not Found TB: 1043-1044 CN: 13 |
Definition/Function:
The channel between the uterus and vagina. CN: 13 |
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Female reprod. Sys.: Uterus
Subgroup: External Os LM: Not Found TB: 1043-1044 CN: 14 |
Definition/Function:
The end of the cervical canal that opens to the vagina. CN: 14 |
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Female reprod. Sys.: Uterus
Subgroup: Fundus LM: 588 TB: 1043 CN: 15 |
Definition/Function:
Rounded region of the uterus, superior to the entrance of the uterine tubes. CN: 15 |
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Female reprod. Sys.: Uterus
Subgroup: Body LM: 588 TB: 1043 CN: 16 |
Definition/Function:
The name for the major portion of the uterus. CN: 16 |
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Female reprod. Sys.: Uterus
Subgroup: Cervix LM: 588 TB: 1043 CN: 17 |
Definition/Function:
The narrow neck of the uterus, which projects into the vagina inferiorly. CN: 17 |
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Female reprod. Sys.: Vagina
Subgroup: LM: 591 TB: 1044 CN: 18 |
Definition/Function:
A thin walled tube located between the bladder and the rectum, and between the cervix and the body exterior; provides a passageway for delivery of an infant, or menstral flow, as well as receiving the penis and semen during sexual intercourse. CN: 18 |
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Female reprod. Sys.: External Genitalia
Subgroup: Clitoris LM: 592 TB: 1046 CN: 19 |
Definition/Function:
A small, protruding structure composed largely of erectile tissue, which is homologous to the penis of the male. CN: 19 |
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Female reprod. Sys.: External Genitalia
Subgroup: Labia Majora LM: 592-593 TB: 1046 CN: 20 |
Definition/Function:
Two elongated, hair covered fatty skin folds, found running posterior from the mons pubis. CN: 20 |
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Female reprod. Sys.: External Genitalia
Subgroup: Labia Minora LM: 592 TB: 1046 CN: 21 |
Definition/Function:
Two thin, hair free skin folds found medial to the labia majora; enclose a recess called the vestibule, which contains the external openings of the urethra and vagina. CN: 21 |
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Female reprod. Sys.: External Genitalia
Subgroup: Mons Pubis LM: 592 TB: 1046 CN: 22 |
Definition/Function:
Adipose pad overlying the pubic symphysis; covered with pubic hair after puberty. CN: 22 |
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Female reprod. Sys.: External Genitalia
Subgroup: Urethral Orifice LM: 592 TB: 987, 1046 CN: 23 |
Definition/Function:
External opening of the urethra; anterior to the vaginal opening, posterior to the clitoris. CN: 23 |
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Female reprod. Sys.: External Genitalia
Subgroup: Vaginal Orifice LM: 592 TB: 1045 CN: 24 |
Definition/Function:
External opening of the vagina; posterior to the urethral orifice. CN: 24 |
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Female reprod. Sys.: External Genitalia
Subgroup: Vestibule LM: 592 TB: 1046 CN: 25 |
Definition/Function:
A recess enclosed by the labia minora, which contains the external openings of the urethra and the vagina. CN: 25 |
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Female reprod. Sys.: External Genitalia
Subgroup: Vulva LM: 592 TB: 1046 CN: 26 |
Definition/Function:
A name for the female external genitalia; includes: mons pubis, labia, clitoris, and structures associated with the vestibule. CN: 26 |
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Female reprod. Sys.: Glands (Mammary)
Subgroup: Suspensory Ligament LM: 593 TB: 1047 CN: 27 |
Definition/Function:
Interlobar connective tissue that attaches the breast to the underlying muscle fascia and to the overlying dermis. CN: 27 |
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Female reprod. Sys.: Glands (Mammary)
Subgroup: Adipose Tissue LM: 593 TB: 1047 CN: 28 |
Definition/Function:
The type of tissue which much of the breast is composed. CN: 28 |
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Female reprod. Sys.: Glands (Mammary)
Subgroup: Areola LM: 593 TB: 1047 CN: 29 |
Definition/Function:
The ring of pimented skin, which surrounds the central protruding nipple; contains sebaceous glands which produce sebum that reduces chaffing and cracking of the skin of the nipple. CN: 29 |
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Female reprod. Sys.: Glands (Mammary)
Subgroup: Nipple LM: 593 TB: 1047-1048 CN: 30 |
Definition/Function:
Protruding bump of flesh where the lactiferous ducts open externally. CN: 30 |
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Female reprod. Sys.: Glands (Mammary)
Subgroup: Lactiferous Duct LM: 593 TB: 1048 CN: 31 |
Definition/Function:
Passes milk from the alveoli to the to the external nipple. CN: 31 |
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Female reprod. Sys.: Glands (Greater Vestibular
Glands) Subgroup: LM: 592 TB: 1046 CN: 32 |
Definition/Function:
Found flanking the vaginal opening, and homologous to the male bulbourethral glands; These glands release mucous into the vestibule and help keep it moist and lubricated, facilitating intercourse. CN: 32 |
