What is the Importance of Ovarian Follicles in the Menstrual Cycle?
Ovarian follicles are essential for the regular functioning of the menstrual cycle. During the follicular phase of the menstrual cycle, FSH stimulates the growth of several follicles, but usually, only one dominant follicle reaches full maturity. This dominant follicle releases an egg during ovulation, which occurs around the middle of the cycle. The remnants of the follicle transform into the corpus luteum, which secretes hormones to support a potential pregnancy.
