1. A cell in the ovary that develops into an ovum (egg cell) during oogenesis; an immature egg cell
A primary oocyte arrests in prophase I of meiosis until ovulation occurs.
Um oócito primário para na prófase I da meiose até que ocorra a ovulação.
2. Specifically, a female germ cell at any stage of development before becoming a mature ovum
The oocyte is surrounded by follicle cells that provide nutrients and support.
O oócito é envolvido por células foliculares que fornecem nutrientes e suporte.