multi-layer follicle stage
The stage in oogenesis when many layers of follicle cells surround the oocyte. There is a yolk nucleus (Balbiani's Body) near the germinal vesicle. [ GOC:jid GOC:mtg_sensu http://openisbn.com/search.php?q=0198542771&isbn=1/ ]
Synonyms: mammalian oogenesis stage 5
Term info
biological_process
GO:0048162