FEMALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM
Internal Structures
o Ovaries
The ovaries are the ultimate life-maker for the females.
It has an estimated length of 4cm and width of 2cm and is 1.5cm thick. It appears to be
shaped like an almond. It looks pitted, like a raisin, but is grayish white in color.
It is located proximal to both sides of the uterus at the lower abdomen.
For its function, the ovaries produce, mature, and discharge the egg cells or ova.
Ovarian function is for the maturation and maintenance of the secondary sex
characteristics in females.
It also three divisions:
The protective layer of epithelium
The cortex
The central medulla
o Fallopian Tubes
The fallopian tubes serve as the pathway of the egg cells towards the uterus.
It is a smooth, hollow tunnel that is divided into four parts:
The interstitial (1 cm in length)
The isthmus (2 cm in length)
The ampulla (5 cm in length)
The infundibular (2 cm long and shaped like a funnel)
The funnel has small hairs called the fimbria that propel the ovum into the fallopian tube.
The fallopian tube is lined with mucous membrane, and underneath is the connective
tissue and the muscle layer.
The muscle layer is responsible for the peristaltic movements that propel the ovum
forward.
The distal ends of the fallopian tubes are open, making a pathway for conception to occur.
