Ovarian stimulation with hCG and eCG affects PGI and IP expression in the porcine oviduct

Prostaglandins (PGs) are well known mediators of crucial events in the female reproductive tract, e.g., early embryo development and implantation. Prostacyclin (PGI2) is the most synthesized prostaglandin in the human oviduct during the postovulatory period, indicating its important role in supporting and regulating the oviductal environment. The present study was undertaken to determine the influence of insemination as well as ovarian stimulation with hCG/eCG on PGI2 synthesis in the porcine oviduct on day 3 post coitus (p.c).
Source: Domestic Animal Endocrinology - Category: Endocrinology Authors: Source Type: research