NEET2003ZoologyHuman ReproductionActual
Bartholin's glands are situated:
Options
- Aon the sides of the head of some amphibians
- Bat the reduced the end of birds
- Con either side of vagina in humans
- Don either side of vas deferens in humans
Correct answer
C. on either side of vagina in humans
Step-by-step solution
The Bartholin's glands are located on each side of the vaginal opening. They secrete fluid that helps lubricate the vagina. Related Theory A Bartholin's cyst develops when the duct exiting the Bartholin's gland becomes blocked. The fluid produced by the gland then accumulates, causing the gland to swell and form a cyst.