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Fertility Glossary

Pronucleus

The nucleus from the egg or the sperm visible after fertilisation.

Embryology

About 16 to 18 hours after insemination, a normally fertilised egg shows two pronuclei — one from each parent — before they combine.

Also known as: pronuclei, PN

Last reviewed: 23 September 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only — always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.

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