Ovaries are essential reproductive organs in females. Their primary function is to produce eggs (ova) through a process called oogenesis.
Ovaries also secrete hormones, including estrogen and progesterone, which regulate the menstrual cycle, control the development of secondary sexual characteristics, and support the growth of the uterine lining for potential pregnancy.
Each month, one egg is typically released from an ovary during ovulation, ready for potential fertilization by sperm. The ovaries’ hormonal activity also plays a key role in maintaining reproductive health and influencing various physiological processes throughout a woman’s life, from puberty to menopause.
