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The follicular phase is a specific stage of the ovarian cycle that occurs within the ovary, where a dominant follicle matures [1], [2]. This phase concludes when the ovary releases a mature egg during ovulation [3], [4], a process triggered by hormonal changes occurring during this phase [5].
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Follicular Phase Of Menstrual Cycle - Cleveland Clinic my.clevelandclinic.org 3 facts
claimHigh estrogen levels toward the end of the follicular phase trigger the pituitary gland to release a surge of luteinizing hormone (LH), which causes the mature egg to be released from the follicle and ovary during ovulation.
claimDuring ovulation, the ovary releases the egg that matured during the follicular phase, which then travels to the fallopian tubes.
claimThe follicular phase ends when an ovary releases a mature egg during ovulation.
Female Reproductive System: Structure & Function my.clevelandclinic.org 1 fact
claimDuring the follicular phase, one dominant follicle matures in an ovary while suppressing the growth of other follicles, causing the non-dominant follicles to stop growing and die.
Understanding the Phases of the Menstrual Cycle - Clue helloclue.com 1 fact
claimDuring the follicular phase of the ovarian cycle (which corresponds to the proliferative phase of the uterine cycle), the follicle in the ovary prepares an egg and the uterine lining rebuilds.