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ovarian cycle

 

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Ovarian Cycle

The ovarian cycle refers to the regular series of events that occur in the ovaries of female mammals, including humans. It involves the maturation and release of an egg, as well as the preparation of the uterus for potential pregnancy.

Senses:

  1. Noun: The hormonal and physiological changes that take place in a female's ovaries during a reproductive cycle.

Sample Sentences:

  1. The ovarian cycle typically lasts around 28 days in most women.
  2. Each ovarian cycle involves the development and release of a single egg.
  3. The ovarian cycle is regulated by a complex interplay of hormones.

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