Biology

Human Reproduction and Contraception

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Human reproduction and contraception focus on the menstrual cycle, hormonal changes, pregnancy, and various contraceptive methods. These topics are frequently asked in general science sections. Practice these questions to master the fundamentals of reproductive health.

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Human Reproduction and Contraception Questions

Multiple choice

During the ovarian cycle

  1. ovulation in females take place in response to a sudden increase in plasma FSH

  2. the beginning of the preantral phase of follicular development is under the control of LH

  3. the advancement of the antral follicle bank upon the expression of receptors for FSH and LH

  4. the luteal phase is the first part of the menstrual cycle
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C Correct answer
Explanation

During the preantral phase, the follicular cells acquire receptors for various hormones. The granulosa cells develop receptors for FSH and estrogen while the thecal cells acquire receptors for LH. Ovulation occurs in response to a sudden rise in plasma LH.

Multiple choice

A young woman of 32 is found to have a largely solid ovarian neoplasm. Tumor markers were obtained and demonstrated a markedly elevated LDH value. The hCG and a-Fetoprotein were negative. Which of the following tumors is the most likely histology for this neoplasm?

  1. Dysgerminomas

  2. Gonadoblastoma

  3. Immature teratomas

  4. Choriocarcinoma

  5. Endodermal sinus tumor
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Dysgerminomas, the most frequent germ cell malignancy, are principally solid. Such tumors are most frequent in women with dysgenetic gonads. Pure ovarian dysgerminomas cause an elevated LDH with normal hCG and a-fetoprotein levels.

Multiple choice

An young woman of 32 years is found to have a largely solid ovarian neoplasm. Tumor markers were obtained and demonstrated a markedly elevated LDH value. The hCG and a-Fetoprotein were negative. Which of the following tumors is the most likely histology for this neoplasm?

  1. Endodermal sinus tumor

  2. Choriocarcinoma

  3. Immature teratomas

  4. Gonadoblastoma

  5. Dysgerminomas
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Immature teratomas of the ovary are rare germ cell malignancies. These are frequently diagnosed in girls and young women up to their early 20s. Dysgerminomas, the most frequent germ cell malignancy, are principally solid. Such tumors are most frequent in women with dysgenetic gonads. Pure ovarian dysgerminomas cause an elevated LDH with normal hCG and a-fetoprotein levels..

Multiple choice

Which among the following contains a spermicide ?

  1. Contraceptive foam

  2. Emergency contraceptive pill

  3. Transdermal contraceptive patch

  4. Female condom
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A Correct answer
Explanation

This foam contains a spermicide that kills sperm. It is applied into the vagina before the sex. The foam covers the folds in the vagina and forms a barrier between the sperm and the egg.

Multiple choice

Which of the following changes is not associated with puberty?

  1. Increase in height and change in body shape.

  2. Voice change and development of sex organs.

  3. Decreased activity of sweat and sebaceous glands.

  4. Development of sex organs and appearance of secondary sexual characters.

  5. Reaching mental, intellectual and emotional maturity.
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Puberty is characterized by increased activity of sweat and sebaceous glands.

Multiple choice

In the absence of fertilisation, the released egg and the thickened lining of the uterus along with its blood vessels are shed off. This causes bleeding in women, which is called menstruation. The first menstrual flow is termed as

  1. menopause

  2. ovulation

  3. menarche

  4. implantation
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Explanation

In the absence of fertilisation, the released egg and the thickened lining of the uterus along with its blood vessels are shed off. This causes bleeding in women which is called menstruation.The first menstrual flow begins at puberty and is termed as menarche.

Multiple choice

Another name for a nocturnal emission is

  1. wet dream

  2. ejaculation

  3. menstruation

  4. bedwetting
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The scientific term for a wet dream, i.e. cumming during the sleep. It involves ejaculation during sleep for a male.

Multiple choice

What is the term used for the external female genetilia?

  1. Perineum

  2. Vulva

  3. Mons pubis

  4. Mammary glands
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The female external genitalia are collectively known as the vulva or pudendum. They consist of paired folds called the labia majora, which are thickly padded with subcutaneous fat, covered by skin and pubic hair, and have a moist internal lining.

Multiple choice

The uterine contractions are induced by

  1. endometrium

  2. myometrium

  3. perimetrium

  4. parametrium
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Myometrium is the smooth muscle forming the middle wall of the uterus. Its induces uterine contractions.