Effect of estrous cycle stage on oocyte in vitro maturation of domestic cats reared under tropical conditions
Enmar Monasterio–Alemán,
Luis Monasterio–Oquendo,
Liset Zambrano–Vivas
et al.
Abstract:Oocyte maturation is a critical step for in vitro embryo production. In female cats, findings on the influence of the estrous cycle stage on oocyte quality and maturation are contradictory. Little is known about this phenomenon in female cats in the tropics. This study aimed to assess the effect of the estrous cycle stage on oocyte quality and subsequent capacity to complete nuclear maturation in cats in a tropical environment. Ovaries from 18 sexually matured cats were collected during ovariohysterectomy. Cum… Show more
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