HLTH 210 Chapter Notes - Chapter 27.2: Broad Ligament Of The Uterus, Follicular Phase, Mesovarium
5 Jan 2017
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The ovaries are connected to the broad ligament by the mesovarium, which is an extension of the peritoneum: mesovarium connects the ovaries to the broad ligament. The ovary itself is attached to the uterus via the ovarian ligament. Cubiodal ovarian surface epithelium: outer covering of the ovaries. Tunica albuginea: deep layer of dense connective tissue. Cortex: outer portion of the ovary, composed of the stroma. Follicle: grouping of an oocyte and its supporting cells. Medulla: site of blood and lymph vessels and nerves. Set of predictable changes in a females oocytes and ovarian follicles. 28 day cycle associated with the menstrual cycle (but is not the same) Oogina are formed during fetal development and divide via mitosis to form primary oocytes that will then undergo meiosis 1. Ovulation is the initiation of a release of an oocyte from the ovary: meiosis 1 block is released by a surge of luteinizing hormone (lh) just prior to ovulation.
