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Leite Leão, Danuza, Vasconcelos Sampaio, Wlaisa, da Cunha Sousa, Patrícia, Caroline Oskam, Irma, Rodrigues dos Santos, Regiane, Souza Domingues, Sheyla Farhayldes |
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Journal of Medical Primatology; Dec2021, Vol. 50 Issue 6, p299-305, 7p |
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Background: Anogenital distance is considered a non-invasive measure to assess the development and functionality of sexual organs in different animal species. Hence, this measurement could potentially be used during the selection of non-human primates for reproductive biotechnology programs. The aim of this study was to assess the correlation between anogenital distance and reproductive parameters in captive Saimiri collinsi. Methods: Eight mature S. collinsi males were evaluated. Body weight, reproductive hormone levels, testicular volume, and seminal parameters were determined, and their relationship with anogenital distance measurements was assessed. Results: Anogenital distance was correlated with seminal volume, sperm motility, vigor, and plasma membrane integrity, but not with body weight, reproductive hormones, and testicular volume. Conclusion: The determination of anogenital distance is a non-invasive method to predict seminal quality. This procedure has the advantage of providing andrologic information without a negative impact on animal welfare. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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Complementary Index |
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