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Histology of the ovary
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Ovarian histology distinguishes a cortex and a medulla. The cortex contains the ovarian follicles.
The medulla occupies the central region. It is made of loose connective tissue and contains major blood vessels. Picture two continuous regions within the same organ: one with follicles and the other providing supporting tissue and vessels.
In brief
The ovarian cortex contains the ovarian follicles.
The central medulla is made of loose connective tissue and contains major blood vessels.
Picture two continuous regions: a cortex with follicles and a central medulla with loose tissue and vessels.
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- National Center for Biotechnology InformationAnatomy, Abdomen and Pelvis, Ovary
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