Relationship between Plasma Anti-M üllerian Hormone Concentrations during the Rearing Period and Subsequent Embryo Productivity in Japanese Black Cattle

To utilize plasma anti-M üllerian hormone (AMH) concentrations as early-stage markers for donor cow selection, we investigated the relationship between plasma AMH concentrations in Japanese black heifers and subsequent embryo productivity following superovulation treatment. Plasma AMH and NEFA concentrations in six heifers were evaluated once per month from 3 mo before successful AI for primiparity to 3 mo postpartum. Following calving, embryo collection by superovulation treatment was performed at 3–4-mo intervals.

Source: Domestic Animal Endocrinology - February 2, 2017 Category: Endocrinology Authors: H. Nabenishi, G. Kitahara, S. Takagi, A. Yamazaki, T. Osawa Source Type: research