Question

Degenerative process of follicles or eggs in ovary is called as

• A. Metagenesis
• B. Atresia
• C. Regression
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is B Atresia

Ovarian follicle atresia is the periodic process in which immature ovarian follicles degenerate and are subsequently re-absorbed during the follicular phase of the menstrual cycle. Generally, around 20 follicles mature each month and only a single follicle is ovulated. The rest undergo atresia. Thus, the correct answer is option B.