Learning objectives
The student must learn the estrus synchronization protocols, the artificial insemination techniques, and the embryos manipulation technique
Prerequisites
Knowledge of reproduction in large animals
Course unit content
Follicular dynamics in cattle
Corpus luteum dynamics
Estrusd detection systems in cattle
Synchronization protocols
RTS (Reproductive Tract Scoring)
Embryo Transfer - historical notes
Rating oocytes
Rating sperm
Evaluation and embryos Classification (cattle - horses)
Standards of ET IETS (International Embryo Transfer Society)
Existing legislation on animal breeding
Splitting and embryo sexing
GIFT
ICSI
Embryo terapy in repeat breeders
Slow freezing embryo - Technical
Ultra-fast freezing embryo - Technical
Handling embryos under stereozoom
Full programme
none
Bibliography
P.L. Senger - Pathways to pregnancy and parturition - Second revised edition - wwww.currentconceptions.com ISBN 0-9657648-2-6 - 2003.
IETS manual- third edition
Teaching methods
Theoretical and practical lessons, using laboratories, and animals
Assessment methods and criteria
questions
Other information
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