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How long does an egg cell live when you're fertile?
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Hours to years: After ovulation an oocyte can be fertilized maybe up to 24 hours, probably about half that. Before ovulation the eggs are all as old as the woman who has them (her age in years.).
Answered 10/23/2013
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