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Physiology for MRCOG Part 1

The RCOG blueprint puts 15–20 of the 200 questions in physiology, which is about 8.8% of the paper, spread across both papers. One of the heaviest-weighted areas on the paper.

Questions in the exam

15–20

of 200

Syllabus topics

9

listed by the RCOG

Domain

cell_function

2 other areas

What physiology covers

The 9 topics the RCOG lists under Physiology for the Part 1 syllabus.

  • Reproductive physiology
  • Menstrual cycle physiology
  • Pregnancy physiology (cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, GI)
  • Fetal physiology
  • Placental physiology and function
  • Lactation physiology
  • Puberty and menopause physiology
  • Acid-base balance in pregnancy
  • Haematological changes in pregnancy

Practise physiology questions

Every question is original and written from published RCOG and NICE guidance, and every explanation cites the guideline it came from. Start free, with no card needed.

Guideline summaries for physiology

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

Other cell_function areas

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