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Menstrual Cycle - Glossary

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Simi Paknikar, MD on Oct 13, 2020


Glossary

Placenta: A flattened circular organ in the uterus of pregnant mammals that transfers oxygen and nutrients to the growing baby.

Oocyte: An egg cell that has not developed completely.


Fibroids in the uterus: Benign tumors of the uterus that can occur in the lumen of the uterus or in the wall or project out on the surface.

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