Reproductive systems - Female - Udder and lymphatics

6 important questions on Reproductive systems - Female - Udder and lymphatics

What are the udder quarters?

Each teat is independent with no obvious boundary. Each udder is a quarter.

What is the gland parenchyma?

It is where the udder cells are generating milk

What is the lactiferous sinus?

It is where the milk is stored prior to lactation. It is the gland sinus + teat sinus.
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What divides the gland sinus and the teat sinus?

Submucosal ring of veins: it is a constriction area that only allows milk to flow once blood is moved out of the system.

What are other names for teat canals?

Papillary ducts or streak canals

What are the teat canal variations per species?

1. Carnivores: 5-6 openings per teat
2. Ruminants: 1 opening per teat
3. Horse, pig: 2-3 openings per teat

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