Ovarian follicle

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By Sandy Jocoy, RN

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An ovarian follicle is a small sac (cyst) on the ovary. An egg matures inside of the follicle; when the egg is mature, the follicle bursts open and releases the egg.

Author:Sandy Jocoy, RN
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Last Updated: 11/10/2008