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[Superovulation induction in donor cows using the embryo transfer method]
Veterinarno-Meditsinski Nauki
|January 1, 1986
Summary
Superovulation response in cows varies individually. Administering antigonadotropic sera on day one of estrus limited superovulation, increasing viable embryos for transplantation in cattle breeding.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Reproductive Biology
- Animal Science
Context:
- Superovulation is crucial for efficient cattle breeding and embryo transfer.
- Hormonal treatments are commonly used to induce superovulation in donor cows.
- Individual variability in response to superovulation protocols necessitates optimization.
Purpose:
- To investigate the individual response of cows to superovulation induction.
- To evaluate the effect of antigonadotropic sera on superovulation and embryo yield.
- To determine optimal hormonal strategies for enhancing embryo transplantation success.
Summary:
- 108 cows were evaluated, with 24 selected as donors based on calving-to-estrus interval and health status.
- Estrus was synchronized using norgestomet implants, followed by pregnant mare serum gonadotropin (PMSG) for superovulation.
- Half the donors received anti-PMSG on day one of estrus, revealing individual response variability.
- Antigonadotropic sera limited superovulation, increasing the number of transplantable embryos.
- Hormonal therapy tailored to ovarian status is essential for reducing the interval to donor insemination.
Impact:
- Provides insights into optimizing superovulation protocols for individual cows.
- Demonstrates the efficacy of antigonadotropic sera in improving embryo quality and quantity.
- Contributes to more efficient and successful cattle breeding programs through enhanced embryo transfer techniques.