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atretic

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a·tret·ic (-trtk) or a·tre·sic (-trzk)
adj.
Relating to atresia.
atretic.
See atresia.
atretic
being in a state of atresia; without an opening.
atretic follicle
an ovarian follicle in an undeveloped state due to immaturity, poor nutrition or systemic disease; manifested by prolonged anestrus.
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