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Animal reproduction science2008; 107(3-4); 249-256; doi: 10.1016/j.anireprosci.2008.04.013

Components of stallion seminal plasma and the effects of seminal plasma on sperm longevity.

Abstract: Seminal plasma is a mixture of secretions produced in the testes, epididymides and accessory sex glands, and ejaculated as several consecutive fluid fractions. The composition of seminal plasma and the effects on sperm longevity vary between fractions and individual stallions. This review focuses on the sequence of ejaculation, constituents of seminal plasma and their potential use as fertility markers as well as the influence of seminal plasma on spermatozoa during storage.
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Publication Date: 2008-04-29 PubMed ID: 18556156DOI: 10.1016/j.anireprosci.2008.04.013Google Scholar: Lookup
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The research article explores the components of stallion seminal plasma and how they can impact sperm longevity. It also probes the possibility of using seminal plasma constituents as fertility markers.

Ejaculation Sequence and Seminal Plasma Composition

  • The report starts off by discussing the sequence of ejaculation in stallions. The process of ejaculation involves the release of fluids from the testes, epididymides, and accessory sex glands, which are then mixed to form the seminal plasma.
  • The researchers examine the different constituents of the seminal plasma and how these may vary between the fluid fractions and individual stallions. This variation is highlighted as it could be a potential factor influencing the overall fertility rate in stallions.

Potential Use as Fertility Markers

  • The subsequent focus of the review is on the potential use of the constituents of seminal plasma as fertility markers in stallions. These components, if strongly associated with fertility, could be used to predict the reproductive potential of an individual stallion.
  • The report suggests that additional research is warranted to understand this potential use. Current data may not be conclusive enough, and thorough analysis of the constituents of seminal plasma and their role in fertility is needed.

Seminal Plasma and Sperm Longevity

  • The report also reviews the effect of seminal plasma on the longevity of spermatozoa during storage. This is relevant as in reproductive technologies such as artificial insemination, the sperm needs to be stored before it is used.
  • The researchers examine how the constituents of seminal plasma could be affecting the survival and function of stored spermatozoa. It is suggested that the right balance of these constituents could potentially improve sperm viability and therefore, fertility rates.

In summary, the significance of the components of seminal plasma and their effect on sperm longevity and fertility is the primary focus of this review. It highlights the potential for these components to be used as fertility markers, and the impact they can have on spermatozoa during storage.

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Kareskoski M, Katila T. (2008). Components of stallion seminal plasma and the effects of seminal plasma on sperm longevity. Anim Reprod Sci, 107(3-4), 249-256. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.anireprosci.2008.04.013

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Animal reproduction science
ISSN: 0378-4320
NlmUniqueID: 7807205
Country: Netherlands
Language: English
Volume: 107
Issue: 3-4
Pages: 249-256

Researcher Affiliations

Kareskoski, Maria
  • University of Helsinki, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Production Animal Medicine, Saarentaus, Finland. maria.kareskoski@helsinki.fi
Katila, Terttu

    MeSH Terms

    • Animals
    • Cell Survival
    • Ejaculation / physiology
    • Horses / physiology
    • Male
    • Semen / chemistry
    • Semen / physiology
    • Semen Preservation
    • Spermatozoa / cytology

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