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What is the key event in the follicular phase of the menstrual cycle?
What is the key event in the follicular phase of the menstrual cycle?
- The development of the ovary
- The development of the oocyte (correct)
- The development of the uterus
- The development of the corpus luteum
What marks the boundary between the follicle and the surrounding stroma?
What marks the boundary between the follicle and the surrounding stroma?
- The theca layer
- The basal lamina (correct)
- The granulosa cells
- The cumulus oophorus
What is the structure of an ovarian follicle?
What is the structure of an ovarian follicle?
- An oocyte surrounded by a basal lamina
- An oocyte surrounded by a single layer of flattened follicular cells
- An oocyte surrounded by one or more layers of granulosa cells (correct)
- An oocyte surrounded by one or more layers of theca cells
What is the initial stage of ovarian follicles that are formed during fetal life?
What is the initial stage of ovarian follicles that are formed during fetal life?
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What is the purpose of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) from the anterior pituitary gland?
What is the purpose of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) from the anterior pituitary gland?
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What happens to the other follicles that are recruited during the menstrual cycle?
What happens to the other follicles that are recruited during the menstrual cycle?
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