ANA300Y1 Lecture : ANA301 Lecture Notes .pdf
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Lectures mon. and fri. 1-3pm in mcleod auditorium (msb 2158) To better understand human anatomy and to understand origin of major malformations discovered at birth in 3% (6/100 newborns) and discovered in an additional 3% later in life. Review the process of meiosis and understand the significance of meiotic non-disjunction. Describe the process of gametogenesis in males and females and the steps in ovulation. Understand the transit of sperm cells from the seminiferous tubules to the site of fertilization; describe the glands producing seminal fluid and understand the process of capacitation. Describe the interaction between sperm and ovum at fertilization including acrosome reaction, cortical reaction, and zona reaction. Describe the role of male and female pronuclei and the significance of the zygote. Refers to the production of gametes, a population of cells specialized for the purpose of fertilization. Gametogenesis involves: the acquisition of the structural and functional characteristics necessary to ensure successful union.
