Oogenesis

Oogenesis
Oogenesis is the process of the production of egg cells that takes places in the ovaries
Identifiers
MeSHD009866
TEE1.0.2.2.0.0.2
Anatomical terminology

Oogenesis (/ˌoʊ.əˈdʒɛnɪsɪs/) or ovogenesis is the differentiation of the ovum (egg cell) into a cell competent to further develop when fertilized.[1] It is developed from the primary oocyte by maturation. Oogenesis is initiated during embryonic development.

  1. ^ Gilbert, Scott F. (2000). "Oogenesis". Developmental Biology (6th ed.). Sinauer Associates.
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