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| Paired organs that produce gametes and the hormones estrogen and progesterone. |
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| Tubes that transport the ovum to the uterus. |
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| A hollow muscular organ where the fetus matures. |
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| A muscular tube that passes from the cervical opening to the uterus and to the outside of the body. |
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| The longest portion of the fallopian tube. |
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| The funnel-shaped distal end of the fallopian tube. |
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| The tapered distal portion of the uterus. |
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| The inner lining of the uterus that undergoes changes based on the menstrual cycle. |
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| A female hormone secreted by the ovary, it is responsible for typical female sexual characteristics. |
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| A female hormone that prepares and maintains the uterus for pregnancy. |
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| A double layer of peritoneum that acts as a structural support for the ovaries. |
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| Portion of the broad ligament of the uterus that reflects onto and suspends the ovary. |
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| A fold of peritoneum that extends out from the ovary to the wall of the pelvis. (Also called infundibulopelvic ligament.) |
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| A fibrous ligament that connects the ovary to the lateral surface of the uterus. (Also called utero-ovarian ligament.) |
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| Outer portion of an organ. |
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| The connective tissue of the cortex that contains many ovarian follicles in various stages of development. |
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| Matured ovarian follicle that produces the female hormone estrogen. |
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| The ruptured ovarian follicle that produces the female hormone progesterone. |
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| Another name for the fallopian tubes. |
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| The longest portion of the fallopian tube. |
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| The funnel-shaped distal end of the fallopian tube. |
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| The upper most portion of the uterus. |
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| A stage in the menstrual cycle where the endometrium rapidly regenerates and the blood supply increases. |
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| A recessed area around the cervix. |
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| Lubricating glands for the fornix. |
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| Lubricating glands for the fornix. |
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| Part of the female reproductive system called the external genitalia. |
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| A pad of connective tissue that covers the symphysis pubis and (after puberty) supports the coarse pubic hair. |
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| The area between the thighs to the anus. |
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| Glands which secrete a greasy, lubricating substance. |
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| A covering fold of skin of the clitoris. |
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| Glands located within the breasts that are modified sweat glands. |
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| The secretion of milk from the breasts for nourishment of infants. |
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| A circular pigmented area that surrounds the nipple. |
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| The time when secondary sex changes begin. |
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| The establishment or beginning of menstrual function. |
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| Cessation of menstruation, generally occurring at approximately age 50. |
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| This test examines the cells of the female tract (cervix, endometrium, and vagina) to determine if there are any precancerous or cancerous lesions. |
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| Radiographs of the breasts to check for lesions. |
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| An examination with both hands; one hand (or fingers only) is placed in the vagina and the other on the abdomen, in order to palpate the uterus. |
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| The most potent naturally-occurring estrogen in humans. |
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| Follicle-stimulating hormone secreted by the hypothalamus that enables follicles to develop properly. |
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| Named for the corpus luteum and is also known as the postovulatory phase. |
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| A dye-test with visualization of the tubes and uterus by x-ray(fluoroscopy). |
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| Examination of the interior of the abdomen or pelvis with a scope. |
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| A dye-test of the tubes under direct or camera visualization. |
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| human chorionic gonadotropin |
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| Hormone present in the blood that indicates pregnancy. |
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| The time from the first day of the mother's last menstrual cycle through birth. |
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| A pregnant woman. Often used in conjunction with a number to notate the number of pregnancies a woman has had. |
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| The outcome of each pregnancy. |
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| Each delivery of a fetus after 20 weeks of gestation. |
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