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Kumar K, Dutta M, Deori S, Abedin SN, Gupta MD, Sinha S, Shome A, Rongmei SD, Tamuly S, Hazarika G, Borah P. Association between levels of insulin-like growth factor-1 in serum and seminal plasma with fresh and frozen-thawed semen characteristics in Beetal bucks. Reprod Domest Anim 2024; 59:e14499. [PMID: 37917557 DOI: 10.1111/rda.14499] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/26/2023] [Revised: 10/10/2023] [Accepted: 10/18/2023] [Indexed: 11/04/2023]
Abstract
The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between the levels of insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1) in serum and seminal plasma and the characteristics of semen in Beetal bucks (Capra hircus). A total of 12 adult Beetal bucks were involved in the study, with each buck providing six ejaculates collected using a standard artificial vagina (n = 72 total). Only qualified semen samples (volume of 0.7 mL, a mass motility rating of 3+ or higher on a 0-+ scale, and individual progressive motility of 80% or more) divided into three fractions were processed for estimation of IGF-1 and other seminal parameters like motility, viability, acrosome integrity, sperm abnormality and superoxide dismutase (SOD) activity. The first and second fraction were diluted and extended with Optixcell extender (1:15 ratio). The first ejaculate fraction was processed for studying fresh semen parameters and the second fraction was cryopreserved for evaluating frozen semen parameters. French mini straws (0.25 mL) were used for semen filling, and polyvinyl alcohol powder of different colours was used for sealing the extended semen. The third fraction of each ejaculate was centrifuged at room temperature (1100 × g for 7 min) to separate the seminal plasma. Additionally, blood samples were taken from each buck on the same day as semen collection, resulting in a total of 36 blood samples. The results revealed a significant positive correlation (r = .4243; p < .05) between the concentration of IGF-1 in both serum and seminal plasma of the Beetal bucks. Furthermore, the concentration of IGF-1 in serum showed significant positive correlations with sperm viability (r = .554; p < .05), acrosome integrity (r = .527; p < .05), post-thaw sperm motility (r = .407; p < .01), post-thaw sperm viability (r = .426; p < .01) and post-thaw acrosome integrity (r = .333; p < .05). However, it had a significant negative correlation with SOD activity in fresh semen (r = -0.458; p < .01). Moreover, the concentration of IGF-1 in seminal plasma demonstrated significant positive correlations with individual progressive motility (r = .341; p < .05), sperm viability (r = .527; p < .05), acrosome integrity (r = .539; p < .05), sperm plasma membrane integrity (r = .464; p < .05), post-thaw sperm motility (r = .644; p < .01), post-thaw sperm viability (r = .643; p < .01), post-thaw acrosome integrity (r = .487; p < .01) and post-thaw sperm plasma membrane integrity (r = .521; p < .01). Additionally, it showed a significant negative correlation with SOD activity in both fresh semen (r = -0.714; p < .01) and frozen semen (r = -0.558; p < .01) of Beetal bucks. Based on these findings, IGF-1 in seminal plasma can be considered as a potential biomarker for the selection of bucks for breeding purposes.
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- Keshav Kumar
- Department of Animal Reproduction, Gynaecology and Obstetrics, College of Veterinary Science, Assam Agricultural University, Guwahati, India
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- Department of Animal Reproduction, Gynaecology and Obstetrics, College of Veterinary Science, Assam Agricultural University, Guwahati, India
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- Division of Animal and Fisheries Science, Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) Complex for North Eastern Hill (NEH) Region, Umiam, India
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- Division of Animal and Fisheries Science, Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) Complex for North Eastern Hill (NEH) Region, Umiam, India
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- Department of Animal Reproduction, Gynaecology and Obstetrics, College of Veterinary Science, Assam Agricultural University, Guwahati, India
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- Department of Animal Reproduction, Gynaecology and Obstetrics, College of Veterinary Science, Assam Agricultural University, Guwahati, India
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- Department of Veterinary Biochemistry, College of Veterinary Science, Assam Agricultural University, Guwahati, India
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- Department of Animal Reproduction, Gynaecology and Obstetrics, College of Veterinary Science, Assam Agricultural University, Guwahati, India
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- Department of Veterinary Biochemistry, College of Veterinary Science, Assam Agricultural University, Guwahati, India
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- Department of Animal Biotechnology, College of Veterinary Science, Assam Agricultural University, Guwahati, India
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- Department of Animal Reproduction, Gynaecology and Obstetrics, College of Veterinary Science, Assam Agricultural University, Guwahati, India
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Fu L, Yuen KCJ, Tint AN, Hoffman AR, Bongso AT, Lee KO. Association of decreased sperm motility and increased seminal plasma IGF-I, IGF-II, IGFBP-2, and PSA levels in infertile men. Endocrine 2021; 74:698-706. [PMID: 34273055 DOI: 10.1007/s12020-021-02823-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/06/2021] [Accepted: 07/06/2021] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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PURPOSE Previous studies have suggested the involvement of serum insulin-like growth factors (IGFs) and IGF binding proteins (IGFBPs) in the regulation of the female reproductive system. Little is known of these peptides in the seminal plasma (SP) of men and their potential effects on fertility. We assessed SP levels of these peptides in infertile men with low sperm motility (asthenozoospermic; AZ) and low sperm counts (oligozoospermic; OZ), its effects on in vivo sperm motility, and whether there is a correlation with aging. METHODS Twenty-eight infertile men (AZ; n = 18 and OZ; n = 10) and 20 fertile normozoospermic (NZ) men were studied. Seminal plasma IGF-I, IGF-II, IGFBP-2, IGFBP-3, and prostate-specific antigen (PSA) levels were measured, and spermatozoa mRNA transcript patterns were examined. RESULTS Asthenozoospermic men had higher SP IGF-I, IGF-II, IGFBP-2, and PSA levels than NZ and OZ men, whereas SP IGFBP-3 levels were similar between the three groups. Sperm count positively correlated with SP IGF-I, IGF-II, and IGFBP-2; sperm motility negatively correlated with SP IGF-II and IGFBP-2; and age correlated positively with SP IGF-II. The expression of IGF-I and IGF-II mRNA and mRNA receptors was detectable, but no variations in transcript levels were noted. CONCLUSION Decreased sperm motility, but not sperm count, in infertile AZ men is associated with increased SP IGF-I, IGF-II, IGFBP-2, and PSA levels. Changes in SP IGFs and their interactions with IGFBPs and IGF receptors, and PSA levels suggest a role of these SP peptides in modulating sperm motility and possibly prostate disease development in aging men.
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- Li Fu
- Division of Endocrinology, Department of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, 119074, Singapore
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- Barrow Pituitary Center, Department of Neuroendocrinology and Neurosurgery, University of Arizona College of Medicine and Creighton School of Medicine, Phoenix, AZ, 85013, USA.
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- Division of Endocrinology, Department of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, 119074, Singapore
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- Department of Medicine, VA Palo Alto Health Care System and Stanford University School of Medicine, Palo Alto, CA, 94304, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, National University of Singapore, Singapore, 119074, Singapore
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- Division of Endocrinology, Department of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore, 119074, Singapore
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Kumar P, Suman, Pawaria S, Dalal J, Bhardwaj S, Patil S, Jerome A, Sharma RK. Serum and seminal plasma IGF-1 associations with semen variables and effect of IGF-1 supplementation on semen freezing capacity in buffalo bulls. Anim Reprod Sci 2019; 204:101-110. [PMID: 30914211 DOI: 10.1016/j.anireprosci.2019.03.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/17/2018] [Revised: 02/05/2019] [Accepted: 03/18/2019] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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The objective of the study was to establish correlation of seminal and serum IGF-1 with seminal attributes, estimate antioxidant potential of IGF-1 by 2, 2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) and ferric reducing antioxidant power (FRAP) assays and to study the effect of IGF-1 supplementation on semen cryopreservation. For this study, buffalo bulls were divided into sub-fertile (n = 2) and normal (n = 5) on the basis of sperm mass motility and individual motility. The serum IGF-1 concentration of normal bulls was greater than in sub-fertile bulls, but there was no difference in the seminal IGF-1 concentration among the groups. The values from correlation analyses indicated that serum IGF-1 concentration is positively correlated with semen mass motility and sperm concentration. In the second experiment, IGF-1 did not have antioxidant activities when assessed with DPPH and FRAP assays. In the third experiment, the ejaculates of normal and sub-fertile bulls were cryopreserved using semen extender in which there was IGF-1 supplementation at 0 (control), 50, 100, 150, 200, 250, 350 and 450 ng/mL of extender. Supplementation of IGF-1 at 250 ng/ml resulted in improved sperm motility, longevity and membrane intactness as compared to control after cryopreservation of semen from normal buffalo bulls, but not sub-fertile bulls. In summary, serum IGF-1 concentration was correlated with sperm mass motility and concentration in buffalo bulls and supplementation of IGF-1 protected sperm during the cryopreservation process but effects were not due to direct antioxidant activity.
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- Pradeep Kumar
- Animal Physiology and Reproduction Division, ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes, Hisar 125001, Haryana, India.
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- Animal Physiology and Reproduction Division, ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes, Hisar 125001, Haryana, India
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- Animal Physiology and Reproduction Division, ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes, Hisar 125001, Haryana, India
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- Animal Physiology and Reproduction Division, ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes, Hisar 125001, Haryana, India; Department of Veterinary Gynaecology and Obstetrics, Lala Lajpat Rai University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Hisar 125001, Haryana, India
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- Animal Physiology and Reproduction Division, ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes, Hisar 125001, Haryana, India
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- Animal Physiology and Reproduction Division, ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes, Hisar 125001, Haryana, India; Department of Veterinary Gynaecology and Obstetrics, Lala Lajpat Rai University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Hisar 125001, Haryana, India
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- Animal Physiology and Reproduction Division, ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes, Hisar 125001, Haryana, India.
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- Animal Physiology and Reproduction Division, ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes, Hisar 125001, Haryana, India
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Elsayed M, El-Sherry TM, Abdelgawad M. Development of computer-assisted sperm analysis plugin for analyzing sperm motion in microfluidic environments using Image-J. Theriogenology 2015; 84:1367-77. [DOI: 10.1016/j.theriogenology.2015.07.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/05/2015] [Revised: 07/10/2015] [Accepted: 07/12/2015] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Lackey BR, Gray SL. Identification of kinases, phosphatases, and phosphorylation sites in human and porcine spermatozoa. Syst Biol Reprod Med 2015; 61:345-52. [PMID: 26467841 DOI: 10.3109/19396368.2015.1089335] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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Multiple inter-connected signaling pathways, involving kinases and phosphatases, form a framework that controls sperm motility, function, and fertilizing ability. Methods that give a broad view of the proteomic landscape may prove valuable in uncovering new crosstalk connections, as well as in discovering new proteins within this regulatory framework. A multi-immunoblotting strategy was utilized to evaluate this concept on human and porcine spermatozoa samples. In human and porcine spermatozoa, a diversity of kinases were identified including protein kinase A (PKA), protein kinase B (PKB), isoforms of protein kinase C (PKC), calmodulin-dependent kinases (CAMK), casein kinase (CK), and isoforms of glycogen synthase kinase (GSK3). Several phosphatases, such as protein phosphatase (PP)-1, PP2A, PP2C, and mitogen activated protein kinase (MAPK) phosphatase (MKP-1), were identified in human spermatozoa. The phosphorylation epitopes recognized belonged to members of the MAPK family, in addition to α and β isoforms of GSK3 and cAMP response element binding protein (CREB). Proteomic approaches that allow a broad view may aid in understanding the crosstalk between signaling systems in spermatozoal physiology.
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- Brett R Lackey
- a Endocrine Physiology Laboratory, AVS Department, Clemson University , Clemson , SC , USA
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- a Endocrine Physiology Laboratory, AVS Department, Clemson University , Clemson , SC , USA
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Gray SL, Lackey BR, Boone WR. Impact of kudzu and puerarin on sperm function. Reprod Toxicol 2015; 53:54-62. [PMID: 25828059 DOI: 10.1016/j.reprotox.2015.03.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2014] [Revised: 03/06/2015] [Accepted: 03/20/2015] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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The goal of this study was to investigate the impact of kudzu (Pueraria mirifica) and the isoflavone puerarin in functional toxicological tests on spermatozoa and to assess the affinity of extracts and pure isoflavones for estrogen receptor (ER)-alpha and -beta (ERα, ERβ) in receptor binding assays. Capacitation, acrosome reaction and chromatin decondensation in spermatozoa were analyzed using microscopic analysis. Kudzu, but not puerarin, reduced motility of sperm. Puerarin reduced the percent spontaneous acrosome reaction in spermatozoa. The pathways used by kudzu that affect sperm function are not fully mirrored by puerarin. Puerarin, kudzu and its other phytoestrogenic components displayed preferential affinity for ERβ, however the diverse effects of kudzu and puerarin on sperm function implicate the involvement of multiple signaling systems.
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- Sandra L Gray
- Endocrine Physiology Laboratory, Animal & Veterinary Science Department, Clemson University, Clemson, SC 29634, United States.
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- Endocrine Physiology Laboratory, Animal & Veterinary Science Department, Clemson University, Clemson, SC 29634, United States
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- ART Laboratories, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Greenville Health System University Medical Group, Greenville, SC 29605, United States
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Velazquez MA, Zaraza J, Oropeza A, Webb R, Niemann H. The role of IGF1 in the in vivo production of bovine embryos from superovulated donors. Reproduction 2009; 137:161-80. [DOI: 10.1530/rep-08-0362] [Citation(s) in RCA: 58] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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IGF1 plays an important role in bovine follicular growth, acquisition of oocyte competence and embryo viability. Current data also indicate a critical role for IGF1 in both the ovarian response and the embryo yield following the superovulatory treatments. IGF1 can have either positive or negative effects on embryo viability which is related to the concentration of IGF1 induced by superovulation treatment. These effects impact either on oocyte competence or directly on the embryo. Concentrations in the physiological range appear to result in the production of higher quality embryos, mainly due to the mitogenic and the anti-apoptotic activities of IGF1. However, high superovulatory responses are associated with decreased embryo viability and a concomitant increase in apoptosis. Studies in mice suggest that this increase in apoptosis is related to the downregulation of the IGF1 receptor in the embryo associated with high IGF1 concentrations. Strategies capable of controlling the IGF1 concentrations could be one approach to improve superovulation responses. A range of possible approaches for research within the IGF system in gonadotrophin-stimulated cattle is discussed in this review, including the possible use of superovulated female cattle as an alternative animal experimental model for research on reproductive disorders in humans associated with abnormal IGF1 concentrations.
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Guvakova MA. Insulin-like growth factors control cell migration in health and disease. Int J Biochem Cell Biol 2007; 39:890-909. [PMID: 17113337 DOI: 10.1016/j.biocel.2006.10.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 54] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2006] [Revised: 10/13/2006] [Accepted: 10/19/2006] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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Insulin-like growth factors I and II (IGF-I and IGF-II) have an ancient origin and play essential roles in fundamental biological processes. Although IGFs are principally known for their roles in regulating cell growth and survival, their ability to influence cell motility is just as significant. In the past 20 years, research has provided indisputable evidence for the regulatory role of IGFs in the migration of various cell types. Cell migration is crucial for reproduction, development, and tissue regeneration; IGFs play an important role in coordinating these processes. Moreover, studies continue to uncover the IGFs' role in stimulating cancer cell migration, invasion and metastasis. This review surveys current knowledge on the cell migration-modulating properties of IGFs and the biochemical pathways by which these peptides regulate cell movement in both physiological and pathological conditions.
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- Marina A Guvakova
- Division of Endocrine and Oncologic Surgery, Department of Surgery, School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA.
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Verstegen J, Iguer-Ouada M, Onclin K. Computer assisted semen analyzers in andrology research and veterinary practice. Theriogenology 2002; 57:149-79. [PMID: 11775967 DOI: 10.1016/s0093-691x(01)00664-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 375] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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The evaluation of sperm cell motility and morphology is an essential parameter in the examination of sperm quality and in the establishment of correlations between sperm quality and fertility. Computer-assisted sperm analysis (CASA) allows an objective assessment of different cell characteristics: motion, velocity, and morphology. The development and problems related to this technology are raised in this review, paying particular attention to the biases and standardization requirements absolutely needed to obtain useful results. Although some interesting results, mainly in humans, have already been obtained, many questions remain, which have to be answered to allow for further development of this technology in veterinary medicine, clinical fertility settings, physiological, and toxicology research activities. The main problem is related to the standardization and optimization of the equipment and procedures. The different CASA instruments have all demonstrated high levels of precision and reliability using different sperm classification methodology. Their availability gives us a great tool to objectively compare sperm motility and morphology and to improve our knowledge and ability to manipulate spermatozoa.
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- J Verstegen
- University of Liège, Department of Animal Clinical Sciences, Small Animal Reproduction Bd Colonster 20, B44, B 4000 Liège Belgium
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Lackey BR, Gray SL, Henricks DM. Physiological basis for use of insulin-like growth factors in reproductive applications: a review. Theriogenology 2000; 53:1147-56. [PMID: 10798491 DOI: 10.1016/s0093-691x(00)00259-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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The insulin-like growth factors (IGF-I and -II) are ubiquitously expressed factors that regulate cell growth, differentiation and maintenance of differentiated cell function. All aspects of male and female reproduction are influenced by the IGF system. This review will examine the IGF system as it pertains to reproductive physiology and applications.
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- B R Lackey
- Department of Animal and Veterinary Science Clemson University, SC 29634, USA
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