| Oogenesis | |
|---|---|
 Oogenesis is the process of the production of egg cells that takes places in the ovaries | |
| Identifiers | |
| MeSH | D009866 |
| TE | E1.0.2.2.0.0.2 |
| 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 in the embryonic stage.
- ^ Gilbert, Scott F. (2000-01-01). "Oogenesis". Sinauer Associates.
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