Though the process is quite intricate, basically ovulation occurs when the body's hormones trigger the ovaries to release an egg for fertilization. Jeffrey Hunter, MD, from West Valley OB/GYN, explains in this video.
Ovulation occurs in response to two hormones—luteinizing hormone (LH) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH). Watch the animation to learn more about ovulation.
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