Table 1.
Number of cumulus cells per oocyte versus oocyte maturity and quality, oocyte fertilization status and patient age
| Clinical parameter | Number of cumulus cells per oocyte (M±SEM) | n |
|---|---|---|
| Oocyte maturity and quality | ||
| MII oocytes | 16073±2595 * | 41 |
| MI + GV oocytes | 15454±4992 | 11 |
| AT + DEG oocytes | 7737±1547 * | 19 |
| Oocyte fertilization status | ||
| Fertilized oocytes | 15480±3241 | 25 |
| Non fertilized oocytes | 17000±4433 | 16 |
| Patient age (year) | ||
| ≤ 29 | 8882±2380 * | 17 |
| ≥ 30 | 15036±5478 * | 55 |
*
p < 0.05
MII: Metaphase II; MI: Metaphase I; GV: Germinal Vesicle; AT: Atretic; DEG: Degenerated