Functions of the ovarian follicle and fluid
These are some functions of the ovarian follicle and fluid –
- Follicular fluid is transudate from plasma across the follicular wall
- Accumulates in the antral spaces and merges them
- Contains carbohydrates, proteins, amino acids, enzymes and hormones, Gonadotrophins, sex steroids, prostaglandins, Immunoglobulins IgA and IgG are present
- Composition modified by the follicular cells
- Functions of follicular fluid – Regulation of granulosa cells, Synchronous, growth of the follicle and the oocyte
- Follicular fluid function as a vehicle for the transport of the oocyte from the rupturing follicle at the time of ovulation
- Capacitation of sperm
- Fertilization and transport of zygote