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Cumulus Cells:
Cumulus cells are found in ovarian follicles.
They support and nourish developing oocytes.
Cumulus cells facilitate communication between oocytes and the environment.
During ovulation, they form the cumulus-oocyte complex (COC).
COC is released into the fallopian tube for potential fertilization.
Cumulus cells play a protective role during fertilization.
The outermost layer is called the corona radiata.
Hormones like FSH and LH regulate cumulus cell development.
Cumulus cells are important in assisted reproductive technologies (e.g., IVF).
