Spatial Distribution of Preantral Follicles in the Equine Ovary

The equine ovary has a peculiar architecture among mammals, and recent histological studies have produced limited information regarding the distribution and localization of preantral follicles on the ovarian parenchyma. Therefore, knowledge on follicle spatial distribution can be helpful for understanding ovarian dynamics/plasticity and preantral follicle migration according to age, and for targeting areas with greater numbers of preantral follicles through biopsy procedures. The aim of this study was to assess the distribution and localization of equine preantral follicles according to: (i) age, (ii) ovarian portion (lateral and intermediary) and region (dorsal and ventral), (iii) distance from the geometric center, and (iv) follicular class.
Source: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science - Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Source Type: research