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Anhe 032:Reproductive Physiology And Obstetrical Question Paper

Anhe 032:Reproductive Physiology And Obstetrical

Course:Agriculture

Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers

Exam Year:2011

KENYA METHODIST UNIVERSITY

END OF 3''RD ''TRIMESTER 2011 EXAMINATIONS
FACULTY : SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
DEPARTMENT : AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL RESOURCES
UNIT CODE : ANHE 032
UNIT TITLE : REPRODUCTIVE PHYSIOLOGY AND OBSTERITRICAL DISORDERS
TIME : 2 HOURS

Instructions:

Answer ALL Questions in SECTION A (COMPULSORY) and any other TWO questions in SECTION B.

SECTION A

Question One

Discuss why the testes of the bull are outside the body cavity and away from the body wall.

(6mks)

The male reproduction system is regulated by one hormone (testosterone) while for the female we have two hormones oestrogen and progesterone) why do we need more hormones for the cow?

(6mks)

Discuss how genetic factors affect puberty.

(6mks)

Discuss what is implantation and briefly say how it occurs.

(6mks)

How does persistent corpora lutea cause infertility?

(6mks)

SECTION B

Question Two
Discuss the hormone progesterone under the` headings below.

Where it is produced

(4mks)

What it does

(4mks)

What is its target organ

(4mks)

What is the effect of its deficiency

(8mks)

Question Three
Infectious causes of infertility have both economical implications as well as healthy issues in both the animal and man. Discuss. (20mks)

Question Four.

What are some points you would use to advice a farmer who is experiencing dystocia cases in his farm.

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