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Which tissue covers the surface of the ovary?
The ovary is covered by the germinal epithelium, which is derived from mesothelium.
Which of the following best describes the blood-placental barrier?
The blood-placental barrier, primarily formed by trophoblast layers, prevents direct mixing of maternal and fetal blood while permitting the exchange of nutrients, gases, and wastes.
Which hormone is known to maintain uterine quiescence during pregnancy?
Progesterone maintains uterine quiescence (prevents contractions) throughout pregnancy until labor begins.
Which test is commonly used to assess ovarian reserve in women?
Serum FSH levels, particularly measured on day 3 of the menstrual cycle, are commonly used to assess ovarian reserve.
Which of the following conditions is characterized by the presence of endometrial tissue outside the uterine cavity?
Endometriosis is the condition in which endometrial tissue is found outside the uterus, often causing pelvic pain and infertility.
Which hormone plays a critical role in stimulating the maturation of ovarian follicles during the early menstrual cycle?
FSH stimulates the growth and maturation of ovarian follicles during the early (follicular) phase of the menstrual cycle.
Which hormone is primarily responsible for the milk ejection (let-down) reflex in lactating females?
Oxytocin is released from the posterior pituitary and triggers the contraction of myoepithelial cells, leading to milk ejection.
Which of the following describes cryptorchidism in male infants?
Cryptorchidism refers to the condition where one or both testes fail to descend into the scrotum.
Which cell type in the testis secretes Anti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH) during male fetal development?
Sertoli cells secrete Anti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH) during fetal development, leading to regression of Müllerian ducts in males.
Which hormone is primarily responsible for the development of secondary sexual characteristics in females?
Estrogen is the key hormone responsible for the development of secondary sexual characteristics in females.
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