Changes on corpus luteum structure and progesterone synthesis pathway after hCG or GnRH treatment during the early luteal phase in sheep

In conclusion, administration of hCG has a notably impact on acc-CL development and the expression of steroidogenic enzymes compared to GnRH treatment in ewes. This leads to elevated P4 concentration and improved luteal function.PMID:38657463 | DOI:10.1016/j.anireprosci.2024.107474

Source: Animal Reproduction Science - April 24, 2024 Category: Zoology Authors: Jimena Fern ández Mar ía Macarena Bruno-Galarraga Marcela Isabel Cueto Nadia Bonadeo Ulises Notaro Andr és Telésforo Soto Rodolfo Luzbel de la Sota Natalia Raquel Salvetti Carolina Paula Bianchi Carolina Cristina Hugo H éctor Ortega Alejandro Eduardo Source Type: research