It is known that growth hormone (GH) and its receptor (GHR) are expressed in granulosa
cells (GC) and thecal cells during the follicular development in the hen ovary, which …

In cattle, leptin has been implicated in the control of ovarian function and has been shown to
modulate steroid production by theca and granulosa cells in a number of species. However …

生长激素(growth hormone, GH) 对生长和发育有重要作用. 生长激素参与性分化和性成熟的
过程. 与生育和性腺内分泌功能有关, 对妊娠和哺乳也有影响. 生长激素直接或通过诱导肝脏或 …

The pre-ovulatory LH surge triggers luteinisation of follicle tissue, but subsequent
development of corpora lutea to full size is independent of LH up to around day 12 of …

This research evaluates the effects of extruded flaxseed and conjugated linoleic acid (CLA)
on the productive and reproductive performance of Qezel ewes. Twenty-four lactating ewes …

Contents This study presents relationships between peripheral progesterone and Insulin‐
like Growth Factor‐1 (IGF‐1) concentrations during the early luteal phase in sows. Data …

The objective of this study was to evaluate the effects of diets rich in omega-3 and-6 fatty
acids (FA) during the transition period and early lactation on size and number of follicles …

The growth hormone (GH)/insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1) system plays an important role
in regulating the cellular growth and organ development. The present study investigated the …

Studies carried out almost 40 years ago clearly demonstrated that porcine corpora lutea
(CLs) are capable of developing, functioning and regressing in the absence of pituitary …

During the first three to five days post-mating, progesterone secreting capacity of luteal
tissue is still limited and an increase in feed intake during this period reduces systemic …