Multiple Choice
The ovaries are situated retroperitoneally next to the kidneys.
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27. The Reproductive System
Anatomy of the Female Reproductive System
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Which of the following is a correct statement about the uterine tubes?
A
They connect the ovaries directly to the uterus.
B
They produce hormones that regulate the menstrual cycle.
C
They are lined with smooth muscle to facilitate egg movement.
D
They are the site where fertilization typically occurs.
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Begin by understanding the anatomy of the uterine tubes, also known as fallopian tubes. These are paired structures that extend from the uterus to the vicinity of the ovaries.
Recognize that the uterine tubes do not directly connect the ovaries to the uterus. Instead, they have fimbriae near the ovaries that help guide the egg into the tube.
Understand the function of the uterine tubes in the reproductive system. They do not produce hormones; rather, they serve as a passageway for the egg from the ovary to the uterus.
Note that the uterine tubes are lined with ciliated epithelial cells, not smooth muscle, which help move the egg through the tube towards the uterus.
Identify the primary function of the uterine tubes: they are the site where fertilization typically occurs, as sperm meets the egg within the tube.
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