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What is the releasing of an ovum from a follicle called?
The release of an ovum from a follicle is known as ovulation. The ovum is also known as the egg.
Failure of the ovary to release an ovum?
ovulation
What is the heavy membrane surrounding the ovum after ovulation?
endometrium
What does ovulation mean?
You ovulate (ovulaion) when an egg cell (ovum) matures and is released from your ovary.
Which region of the uterine tube captures the ovum?
During ovulation, the ovum is released due to rupture of the Mature or Graafian follicle. The unfertilized ovum is captured by the fimbria of the tuba uterina or oviduct at the infundibulum region.
Where does the ovum mature during your period?
The ovum matures in the ovary during your menstrual phase. Then later in your menstrual cycle the egg will burst from the ovary during ovulation.
Can you be pregnant with a developing follicle?
No, a developing follicle means the ovum (egg) is still maturing. Once "ripe" the follicle will burst during ovulation and the ovum will be released.
Can you conceive if you are not ovulation?
Conception won't occur without an ovum and a sperm. You don't get an ovum unless you ovulate. You won't have a sperm unless...well, you probably know the rest.
Where is the ovum released from and what path does it take?
Ovulation is very important period of the menstrual cycle. Without ovulation women cannot get pregnant and without knowing very well about your ovulation, you can get pregnant unexpectedly and face a problem with unplanned and unwanted pregnancy. Discover all details of ovulation in recommended related link below.
When the ovum is released what one of two things does it enter?
The ovum that is released at ovulation enters the fallopian tube (oviduct). If it were to be fertilized, it will then start dividing, forming an embryo which will eventually enter the uterus.
Can pregnancy occur without ovulation?
No. The ovum must be there for it to occur. This is why birth control pills work and tying the tubes work.
How long is an ovum viable during ovulation period?
Approx 3days or 72hrs & a man's sperm is viable for 48 hrs after ejaculation
