Ovarian
Ovarian
Ovarian (pronunciation: /oʊˈveəriən/) refers to anything related to the ovary, a female reproductive organ in which oocytes (female germ cells) are produced. The term is derived from the Latin word 'ovarium', which means 'egg' or 'nut'.
Etymology
The term 'ovarian' is derived from the Latin 'ovarium', which is a combination of 'ova' meaning 'egg' and 'arium' meaning 'place for'. Thus, 'ovarium' refers to the place for eggs, which is a fitting description for the function of the ovaries.
Related Terms
- Ovarian cycle: The series of changes in the ovary during which the follicle matures, the ovum is shed, and the corpus luteum develops.
- Ovarian follicle: A fluid-filled sac that contains an immature egg, or oocyte.
- Ovarian cancer: A type of cancer that begins in the ovaries.
- Ovarian cyst: A solid or fluid-filled sac or pocket within or on the surface of an ovary.
- Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome: A condition caused by excessive stimulation of the ovaries, usually as a result of fertility treatments.
- Ovarian reserve: A term that is used to determine the capacity of the ovary to provide egg cells that are capable of fertilization resulting in a healthy and successful pregnancy.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ovarian
- Wikipedia's article - Ovarian
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