Embryology | Introduction
Dr. Matt and Dr. Mike's Medical Podcast
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The Journey of Sperm: From Ovulation to Fertilization
This chapter explores the remarkable path of sperm through the female reproductive system, highlighting the challenges it faces in reaching the oocyte. It details processes such as capacitation, chemotactic responses, and the role of the zona pellucida in ensuring successful fertilization. Furthermore, it examines the early stages of embryonic development, tracing the journey from fertilization to the formation of the zygote and the subsequent cell divisions leading to the morula stage.
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