Differential In Vivo Expression of Angiogenic, Proliferative, and Pro-/anti-apoptotic Factors Between Transitional Anovulatory and Early ovulatory Seasons in Mares

Little progress has been made in understanding the molecular mechanisms involved in folliculogenesis during the transition from anestrous to the ovulatory season in mares. Previous studies have used antral follicles obtained after slaughter or ovariectomy; therefore, the experimental designs were usually limited and/or compromised by the lack of follicle status monitoring. Moreover, the use of the same animals was impracticable for follow up and comparative studies. Hence, there is a need to study in vivo expression of different markers in the follicle wall to advance knowledge in antral folliculogenesis.
Source: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science - Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Source Type: research