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Septate uterus
Definition noun A uterus with an anteroposterior septum resulting in two uterine cavities Supplement A septate uterus is a... Read More
Uterus arcuatus
uterus arcuatus --> arcuate uterus A uterus with a depression at the fundus; an incomplete uterus bicornis. Synonym:... Read More
Masculine uterus
Masculine uterus --> prostatic utricle a minute pouch in the prostate opening on the summit of the seminal colliculus,... Read More
Human Reproduction
Terminology and Concepts Primary reproductive organs are called gonads - testes in the male and ovaries in the female.... Read More
Reproductive system
What is the Reproductive System? The reproductive system of an organism is the biological system made up of all the... Read More
External os
Definition noun A small, somewhat circular aperture on the extremity of the extocervix Supplement At the lower part of the... Read More
Positive feedback
Positive Feedback Definition Each mechanism of the body like temperature, blood pressure, and levels of specific nutrients... Read More
Internal os
Definition noun The part of the cervical canal, forming an internal narrowing of the uterine cavity Supplement The cervix... Read More
Fallopian tube
Fallopian tube (Science: anatomy) The paired tubes which connect the ovaries to the uterus and conduct the egg to the... Read More
Stratified columnar epithelium
A stratified columnar epithelium (plural: stratified columnar epithelia) is a type of stratified epithelium in which the... Read More
Uterine cycle
Definition noun The cycle that depicts the changes in the endometrial lining occurring during a menstrual cycle, and is... Read More
Utriculus prostaticus
utriculus prostaticus --> prostatic utricle A minute pouch in the prostate opening on the summit of the seminal... Read More
Peritoneum
What is the Peritoneum? The term peritoneum refers to the serous membrane that constitutes the biologically active inner... Read More
Descensus uteri
Descensus uteri --> prolapse of the uterus Downward movement of the uterus due to laxity and atony of the muscular and... Read More
Uterine involution
Definition noun The process by which the uterus returns to its normal pre-pregnant state (both anatomically and... Read More
Prostaglandin F2-alpha
Definition noun, plural: prostaglandins F A biologically active prostaglandin that forms when the intermediate prostaglandin... Read More
Infradian rhythm
What is the Infradian Rhythm? An infradian rhythm is a type of biological rhythm that lasts longer than 24 hours, with a... Read More
Amniotic sac
Definition noun, plural: amniotic sacs Fluid-filled sac where the embryo or fetus is suspended in the uterus or in the of... Read More
Human Reproduction and Fertilization
For the human species to continue surviving, it is essential that mature adults are capable of producing fertile offspring... Read More
Hunters ligament
Hunters ligament --> round ligament of uterus a fibromuscular band that is attached to the uterus on either side in front... Read More
Menstrual cycle
Definition noun The reproductive cycle of human and other animal (e.g. certain primates) females, and is comprised of phases... Read More
Os uteri internum
os uteri internum --> isthmus of uterus An elongated constriction at the junction of the body and cervix of the... Read More
Placentalia
Definition noun (taxonomy) A subdivision of the class Mammalia characterized primarily by their fetus being carried in the... Read More
Simple columnar epithelium
Definition noun, plural: simple columnar epithelia Simple epithelium composed of columnar epithelial cells Supplement A... Read More
Growth and Development of a Human Baby
Continued from the initial human reproduction of the previous page in this tutorial. Upon arrival in the uterus, the... Read More
Involuntary muscle
A muscle act typically either under the control of the will or without conscious control. Muscles that can be controlled at... Read More
Pouch of douglas
Definition noun Peritoneal space or pouch formed between the rectum and the uterus in the female human body. Supplement In... Read More
Simple squamous epithelium
Simple Squamous Epithelium Definition Simple squamous epithelium, also known as simple squamous epithelial tissue or... Read More
Birth Control and Contraception
Birth Control Some religious beliefs see methods of contraception unethical while some political bodies chose birth control... Read More
Rachischisis
Definition noun The embryological failure of the neural tube to fuse or close completely thereby resulting in the vertebrae... Read More