After studying this chapter, you will be able to:

• Name the parts of the female reproductive system and discuss the function of each part

• Define combining forms used in building words that relate to the female reproductive system

• Identify the meaning of related abbreviations

• Name the common diagnoses, clinical procedures, and laboratory tests used in treating disorders of the female reproductive system

• List and define the major pathological conditions of the female reproductive system

• Explain the meaning of surgical terms related to the female reproductive system

• Recognize common pharmacological agents used in treating disorders of the female reproductive system <br>