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male reproductive system
Craft, J., Gordon, C., & Tiziani, A. (2011). Understanding pathophysiology. NSW: Elsevier
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Nursing
Undergraduate 2
10/07/2014

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seminal vesicles location and function
Definition
two pouches behind bladder. Secrete and store seminal fluid.
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purpose of seminal fluid (3)
Definition
- Is alkaline and viscous. It neutralises the acidic environment of the vagina.
- Contains fructose: provide sperm energy
- Contains fibrinogen: clot semen to attach to vaginal walls
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how seminal fluid is secreted
Definition
secreted into the ejaculatory ducts to join sperm from ductus deferens
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percentage of ejaculate that is from seminal vesicles
Definition
60%
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prostate gland location and function
Definition
located at base of blader and surrounds first part of urethra. Secretes milky, slightly acidic fluid containing phosphatase, clotting enzymes and fibronylysin, This fluid contributes to sperm motility and viability
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fibrinolysin from prostate gland fluid function
Definition
break clotting of sperm to allow sperm movement into uterus
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percentage of ejaculate that is fluid from prostate
Definition
25%
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bulbourethal's glands location and function
Definition
pea shaped glands that lie immediately below the prostate. Fluid produced and secreted immediately before ejaculation is clear, mucous and alkaline. It helps neutralise acidic pH of the penile urethra
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makeup of ejaculate/semen that is sperm
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5%
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describe pathway of sperm from seminiferous tubules to the penile tip
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testes (seminiferous tubules) -> tete of testes -> epididymis -> vas deferens -> seminal vesicles -> ejaculatory duct -> prostate gland -> bulbourethral gland -> urethra -> penis
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