ovidukten

Ovidukten is a Swedish term that translates to "oviduct" in English. The oviduct, also known as the fallopian tube, is a part of the female reproductive system in many animals, including humans. It is a pair of tubes that extend from the ovaries to the uterus. The primary function of the oviduct is to transport the egg (ovum) from the ovary to the uterus. Ovulation is the process where a mature egg is released from the ovary and enters the oviduct.

Within the oviduct, the egg travels towards the uterus, propelled by the rhythmic contractions of the oviduct's muscular walls and the action of cilia, which are tiny hair-like structures lining the tube. Fertilization, the fusion of sperm and egg, typically occurs in the oviduct. If fertilization takes place, the resulting zygote will then continue its journey to the uterus, where it may implant and develop into an embryo. The oviducts are crucial for successful reproduction, playing a vital role in both egg transport and the potential for fertilization. Conditions affecting the oviducts, such as blockages or inflammation, can lead to infertility.