Question

Which of the following are accessory glands of the male reproductive system ?

• A. Prostate gland
• B. Cowper’s gland
• C. Seminal vesicles
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

Answer:

D. All of the above

Male Accessory Glands:

It includes

1. Paired seminal vesicles
2. A prostate gland
3. Paired bulbo-urethral glands (Cowper’s gland)

• Secretions of all these glands constitute the seminal plasma
• Seminal plasma is rich in fructose, calcium and certain enzymes.
• The secretions of bulbo-urethral glands also helps in the lubrication of the penis.
• Seminal plasma along with sperm is called Semen
• Seminal Plasma + Sperm = Semen