Ovum

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Also known as:  Egg Cells

 

Description

The Ovum is the matured female sex cell that is released from the Graafian Follicles of the Ovary.  Ovum are produced (matured) from their precursor cells (Oocytes) within the Graafian Follicles of the Ovaries.  The process by which mature Ovum are released from Graafian Follicles is known as Ovulation.

 

These Substances may Enhance the Function of Ovum

Hormones

 Luteinizing Hormone (LH) stimulates the Graafian Follicles to release their Ovum (i.e. LH induces Ovulation).

 

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