NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

EMBRYOLOGY

MALE SEX GLANDS TESTES AND SPERMATOGENESIS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What body part secretes the pre-ejaculate that helps protect sperm from the acidic environment of the urethra?
A
Ejaculatory Duct
B
Seminal Vesicle
C
Prostate Gland
D
Cowper’s Gland
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The bulbourethral gland or Cowper’s gland, which is homologous to the Bartholin’s gland in females, produces a pre-ejaculate that cleanses and lubricates the urethra prior to the arrival of the semen.

Detailed explanation-2: -The prostate gland is the structure in the male reproductive system that secretes a fluid that nourishes and protects sperm. The prostate gland secretes the prostate fluid which is an important component of semen.

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