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Studies on luteinizing hormone and gonadal steroids in male and female llamas (Lama glama)

Creator:

Reed, Pamela J.

Abstract:

A series of studies was performed to more clearly evaluate gonadal function in llamas. Luteinizing hormone (LH) and progesterone (P₄) concentrations were compared following natural or hormone-induced ovulation. Luteal regression was evaluated following administration of the prostaglandin F₂α analog cloprostenol. The interaction of age, season and castration on testosterone (T)...

Resource Type:

Dissertation