During the ovulatory phase, a mature egg is released into the fallopian tube, where it may be fertilized by sperm; if fertilization does not occur, the egg disintegrates and the next menstrual period begins.

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  Understanding the Menstrual Cycle: A Breakdown of Its Four Phases

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• Understanding the Menstrual Cycle: A Breakdown of Its Four Phases www.raleighob.com Raleigh OB/GYN Centre via serper

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• fallopian tubes concept
• fertilization concept
• ovulatory phase concept
• menstrual period concept