when is the ovulation period

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The ovulation period typically occurs around the middle of the menstrual cycle, roughly on days 12 to 14 of a standard 28-day cycle. Ovulation is when a mature egg is released from the ovary and is available to be fertilized. The most fertile days are the three days leading up to and including the day of ovulation. Ovulation lasts about 12 to 24 hours, and if the egg is not fertilized within this time, it breaks down. The timing of ovulation can vary depending on individual cycle length and hormonal fluctuations, but it usually happens about 14 days before the start of the next period. This means in menstrual cycles that are not exactly 28 days, ovulation may occur anywhere from day 11 to day 21 of the cycle. Tracking menstrual cycles, cervical mucus changes, basal body temperature, or using LH hormone tests can help estimate the ovulation period more precisely for an individual.