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Embryology for MRCOG Part 1

The RCOG blueprint puts 8–12 of the 200 questions in embryology, which is about 5% of the paper, spread across both papers. A moderate share of the paper, and reliably examined.

Questions in the exam

8–12

of 200

Syllabus topics

8

listed by the RCOG

Domain

human_structure

3 other areas

What embryology covers

The 8 topics the RCOG lists under Embryology for the Part 1 syllabus.

  • Gametogenesis (oogenesis, spermatogenesis)
  • Fertilisation and implantation
  • Early embryonic development (weeks 1-8)
  • Placental development
  • Development of the genital tract (Mullerian, Wolffian)
  • Development of the urinary system
  • Congenital anomalies of the reproductive tract
  • Teratogenesis

Practise embryology questions

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Guideline summaries for embryology

Published RCOG and NICE guidance summarised for revision, with the source cited on every page.

Other human_structure areas

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