Ovarian function in captive owl monkeys (Aotus nancymaae and A. vociferans).
J Med Primatol
; 44(4): 187-93, 2015 Aug.
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ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND:
Ovarian function and morphology of owl monkeys (Aotus spp.) is inadequately known, but it is essential to describe this organ in detail to better understand reproductive patterns of the species.METHODS:
This study reports the anatomical and histological features of the ovaries from 41 owl monkeys, considering their reproductive status and parity.RESULTS:
The corpora lutea (CL) and reproductive state had a significant effect on ovarian volume. Follicles were observed in both pregnant and non-pregnant subjects. All females in the luteal phase and pregnant females showed at least one cyclic or pregnancy CL. Mean ovulation rate was 1.89 CL/female, and the mean ovum mortality was 37.5%. There were no significant differences in ovarian volume related to parity.CONCLUSIONS:
These results contribute to the scarce information available on the reproductive biology of owl monkeys and can aid in the development of biotechnologies involved in assisted reproduction.Palavras-chave
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Ovário
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Aotidae
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En
Ano de publicação:
2015
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