Female sexual physiology — Flashcards

#1

Which female sex steroid is responsible for uterine smooth muscle relaxation?_____

#2

Which androgen is responsible for the growth spurt, including growth of the penis, seminal vesicles, sperm, and muscle? _____

#3

Hypothalamic control of spermatogenesis and testosterone secretion are regulated via the hormone _____

#4

During the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle, basal body temperature _____ due to the effect of progesterone on the hypothalamic temperature set-point

#5

The _____ gland adds a slightly alkaline secretion to sperm ejaculate, which is rich in citrate, calcium, and enzymes

#6

Oxytocin causes powerful rhythmic contractions of _____ muscle

#7

Sweat glands are part of the sympathetic pathway, but the innervating postganglionic sympathetic fibers release _____

#8

Which neuronal populations have the ability to regenerate after injury?

#9

What physiological changes are expected during REM sleep?

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