Reproduction

Reproduction MDCAT MCQs with answers

138 past paper MCQs from Biology unit 8, Reproduction, across 3 topics. They are arranged topic by topic; bigger topics show a sample here and link to their full set and to study notes. Tap “Show answer” for the correct option and a short solution.

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Human Reproductive System

1.Each human testis is divided into: (MDCAT 2022)

  1. 50-100 lobules
  2. 100-200 lobules
  3. 200-300 lobules
  4. 250-300 lobules
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Correct answer: (c) 200-300 lobules

About 200 to 300 lobules, each packed with seminiferous tubules.

2.Which cells in the human male are responsible for the release of testosterone? (MDCAT 2022)

  1. pituitary gland cells
  2. Leydig cells
  3. Sertoli cells
  4. spermatogonia
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Correct answer: (b) Leydig cells

The interstitial cells of Leydig lie between the tubules and secrete testosterone.

3.The fertilized ovum is implanted and undergoes further development in the: (MDCAT 2022)

  1. uterus
  2. ovary
  3. oviduct
  4. cervix
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Correct answer: (a) uterus

It implants in the endometrium of the uterus.

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Menstrual Cycle

4.Luteinizing hormone is maximum in the blood during which stage of the ovarian cycle? (MDCAT 2022)

  1. menstrual phase
  2. proliferative phase
  3. ovulation
  4. secretory phase
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Correct answer: (c) ovulation

The LH surge is what triggers the release of the ovum.

5.The term menopause means: (MDCAT 2023)

  1. start of menstruation
  2. start of ovulation
  3. stop of ova production
  4. degeneration of the ovaries
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Correct answer: (c) stop of ova production

The ovaries stop releasing ova and the cycles come to an end.

6.The production of follicle-stimulating hormone and luteinizing hormone from the pituitary gland of the female is controlled by the: (MDCAT 2023)

  1. ovary
  2. uterus
  3. stimulated follicles
  4. hypothalamus
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Correct answer: (d) hypothalamus

Gonadotrophin releasing hormone from the hypothalamus governs the anterior pituitary.

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Sexually Transmitted Diseases

7.The major source of transmission of syphilis is: (MDCAT 2022)

  1. blood transfusion
  2. insect bite
  3. contaminated water
  4. sexual contact
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Correct answer: (d) sexual contact

Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease caused by Treponema pallidum.

8.The bacterium Treponema Pallidum is responsible for which sexually transmitted disease? (UHS MDCAT 2025)

  1. Syphilis
  2. Chlamydia
  3. Gonorrhea
  4. Genital herpes
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Correct answer: (a) Syphilis

Syphilis is caused by the spirochaete Treponema pallidum.

9.Syphilis is caused by what kind of bacteria: (KMU MDCAT 2025)

  1. Spirochaete
  2. Cocci
  3. Bacillus
  4. Vibrio
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Correct answer: (a) Spirochaete

Treponema pallidum is a spiral bacterium, that is, a spirochaete.

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