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follicle [′fäl·ə·kəl] (biology) A deep, narrow sheath or a small cavity. (botany) A type of dehiscent fruit composed of one carpel opening along a single suture. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| The median size of the dominant follicle ranged from 10 to 28 mm (median = 16 mm). Declining levels during the follicular phase are important for selection of a dominant follicle and its maturation, and FSH peaks again around ovulation. |
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