Human Reproduction Question 103

Question: Gubernaculum cordis is a contractile structure that [CMC Vellore 1993]

Options:

A) Pulls down the testis during breeding season into the scrotal sac

B) Allows daily migration of the testis from the abdominal cavity into the scrotum

C) Facilitates ejaculation of spermatozoa from the testis

D) Keeps the testis in position

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Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

Each testis is held in its position within its scrotal sac and is supported from posterior scrotal wall by means of a small cord of fibro muscular mesodermal tissue called Gubernaculum.