Fertility

Description: Test your knowledge on fertility, a crucial aspect of reproductive health.
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What is the primary hormone responsible for ovulation in women?

  1. Estrogen

  2. Progesterone

  3. Luteinizing hormone (LH)

  4. Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

LH, or luteinizing hormone, plays a crucial role in triggering ovulation, the release of a mature egg from the ovary.

Which of the following is NOT a factor that can affect fertility in women?

  1. Age

  2. Lifestyle habits

  3. Underlying medical conditions

  4. Genetics


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

While age, lifestyle habits, and underlying medical conditions can impact fertility, genetics do not directly influence a woman's ability to conceive.

What is the term used to describe the inability to conceive after 12 months of regular unprotected intercourse?

  1. Infertility

  2. Subfertility

  3. Sterility

  4. Anovulation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Infertility is the medical term used to describe the inability of a couple to conceive after one year of regular unprotected intercourse.

Which of the following is NOT a common cause of infertility in men?

  1. Low sperm count

  2. Abnormal sperm motility

  3. Erectile dysfunction

  4. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

PCOS is a hormonal disorder that affects women, not men. It is not a common cause of infertility in men.

What is the process of monitoring and stimulating ovulation in women undergoing fertility treatments called?

  1. Ovulation induction

  2. In vitro fertilization (IVF)

  3. Intrauterine insemination (IUI)

  4. Zygote intrafallopian transfer (ZIFT)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ovulation induction involves using medications to stimulate the ovaries to produce and release mature eggs.

Which of the following is NOT a potential risk factor for infertility in women?

  1. Smoking

  2. Excessive alcohol consumption

  3. Regular exercise

  4. Being overweight or obese


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Regular exercise, when performed in moderation, is generally not considered a risk factor for infertility in women.

What is the term used to describe the surgical removal of a fallopian tube?

  1. Salpingectomy

  2. Oophorectomy

  3. Hysterectomy

  4. Myomectomy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Salpingectomy refers to the surgical removal of one or both fallopian tubes.

Which of the following is NOT a common cause of infertility in women over the age of 35?

  1. Diminished ovarian reserve

  2. Uterine fibroids

  3. Endometriosis

  4. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

PCOS is more commonly associated with infertility in younger women and is less likely to be a significant factor in women over 35.

What is the term used to describe the condition in which a woman's ovaries stop producing eggs?

  1. Menopause

  2. Premature ovarian failure

  3. Anovulation

  4. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Menopause is the natural process in which a woman's ovaries stop producing eggs and she can no longer become pregnant.

Which of the following is NOT a potential treatment option for infertility in men?

  1. Medication to improve sperm quality

  2. Surgery to correct anatomical abnormalities

  3. In vitro fertilization (IVF)

  4. Lifestyle modifications


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

IVF is a fertility treatment typically used for women, not men.

What is the term used to describe the process of fertilizing an egg outside the body?

  1. In vitro fertilization (IVF)

  2. Intrauterine insemination (IUI)

  3. Zygote intrafallopian transfer (ZIFT)

  4. Gamete intrafallopian transfer (GIFT)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

IVF involves fertilizing an egg with sperm in a laboratory dish and then transferring the resulting embryo into the uterus.

Which of the following is NOT a potential risk factor for infertility in men?

  1. Exposure to certain toxins and chemicals

  2. Certain medical conditions, such as diabetes

  3. Prolonged use of anabolic steroids

  4. Regular sauna use


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Regular sauna use is not generally considered a risk factor for infertility in men.

What is the term used to describe the condition in which a woman's menstrual cycle is abnormally long or irregular?

  1. Oligomenorrhea

  2. Amenorrhea

  3. Polymenorrhea

  4. Dysmenorrhea


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Oligomenorrhea refers to a menstrual cycle that occurs less frequently than every 35 days.

Which of the following is NOT a potential treatment option for infertility in women?

  1. Ovulation induction medication

  2. Surgery to correct anatomical abnormalities

  3. In vitro fertilization (IVF)

  4. Lifestyle modifications


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lifestyle modifications, such as weight loss or quitting smoking, are not considered a specific treatment for infertility but may improve overall health and fertility potential.

What is the term used to describe the condition in which a woman has difficulty becoming pregnant due to a hostile cervical environment?

  1. Cervical stenosis

  2. Cervical insufficiency

  3. Cervical mucus hostility

  4. Cervical dysplasia


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Cervical mucus hostility refers to a condition in which the cervical mucus is thick and viscous, making it difficult for sperm to penetrate and reach the egg.

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