UW Emergency Radiology
US of the Normal Ovary
Stage | Ovarian Volume (cc) | Appearance |
Neonatal | 1 – 3.5 | Follicles and cysts common |
Pediatric | 0.5 – 1.5 | <6 follicles, cysts uncommon |
Prepubertal | 1 – 4 | Follicles and cysts common |
Pubertal | 2 – 6 | Follicles and cysts common |
Reproductive | 4 – 16 | Follicles and cysts common |
Postmenopausal | 1.2 – 5.8 | Follicles and cysts in ~15-20% |
Reference:
Langer, J. E., et al. (2012). “Imaging of the female pelvis through the life cycle.” Radiographics 32(6): 1575-1597.