ProAKAP4 as a motility long-lasting marker in Catalan donkey spermatozoa

In conclusion, proAKAP4 is identified in donkey sperm, akin to its presence in other mammals. It exhibits a positive correlation with total and progressive motility, its concentration is notably affected by the presence of cryoprotectant with significant consumption observed during the initial hour following thawing. These findings contribute to our understanding of proAKAP4 dynamics in donkey sperm, providing insights that may have implications for semen preservation and reproductive technologies in equids.PMID:38367572 | DOI:10.1016/j.anireprosci.2024.107427

Source: Animal Reproduction Science - February 17, 2024 Category: Zoology Authors: Marta Dordas-Perpiny à Nicolas Sergeant Iv án Yánez-Ortiz Vincent Mevel Jaime Catal án Jean-Fran çois Bruyas Lamia Briand-Amirat Jordi Mir ó Source Type: research