Maternal RNA Factors stored by the oocyte that are used to drive early embryo division for the first 3 days. Synonyms: stored oocyte factorsRelated Articles: Embryo ArrestGlossary: Oocyte activationArtificial oocyte activation improves IVF outcomes in clinical trialEarly evidence suggests rapamycin may benefit aging eggs and improve IVF outcomesMonthly IVF research roundup (March 2026)
