Breast tissue is present in both sexes but in men remain rudimentary throughout life. In women, the size, shape, and structure vary with age and functional status. Prior to puberty, the female

Pregnancy involves implantation of a blastocyst into a prepared uterine endometrium and subsequent formation of a placenta to nourish and maintain the developing embryo. Prior to implantation,

The external genitalia of women consist of the labia, clitoris, and vestibular glands.

 

Labia

 

The labia majora consist of folds of skin covering an abundance of adipose tissue. In the adult, the

Cytology of the Cervical Canal

 

The nonkeratinized stratified squamous epithelium that lines the vagina and covers the exocervix is arranged in layers similar to those of the epidermis. Deepest is

The vagina is the lower-most portion of the female reproductive tract and is a muscular tube that joins the uterus to the exterior of the body. It represents the copulatory organ of the female.