Publisher: Humana Press (May 19, 2010) | ISBN: 1617374571 | Pages: 432 | PDF | 14.16 MB
A gold-standard collection of readily reproducible techniques for the molecular and genetic analysis of germ cells in a variety of different reproductive systems. Volume 1:
Sperm and Oocyte Analysis focuses on
sperm cells, oocyte analysis, oocyte maturation, fertilization, and preparation techniques. Highlights include in vitro maturation and fertilization of human, porcine, and canine oocytes; the cryopreservation of
sperm cells; establishment of an in vitro
spermatogenesis system; visualization of
sperm accessory structures; and motility assays of stallion
spermatozoa. Each readily reproducible protocol is described in step-by-step detail and contains an introduction outlining the principle behind the technique, lists of equipment and reagents, and tips on troubleshooting and avoiding known pitfalls.