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de Moura TCM, Arruda LCP, Cahú TB, Bezerra RDS, Carneiro GF, Guerra MMP. Carboxymethylchitosan with medium-molecular-weight affects kinectics and acrosome of stallion sperm after freezing/thawing. J Equine Vet Sci 2023; 126:104489. [PMID: 37003395 DOI: 10.1016/j.jevs.2023.104489] [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: 12/06/2022] [Revised: 02/14/2023] [Accepted: 03/27/2023] [Indexed: 04/01/2023]
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Semen cryopreservation ensures the storage of stallion genetics for an unlimited time. The improvement of extenders with new antioxidant substances can optimize the properties of post-thawed semen. The study aimed to investigate the addition effect of medium-molecular-weight carboxymethylchitosan (CQm) derivates to freezing diluent of stallion sperm after freezinf/thawing. Twice a week, five ejaculates of four stallions were obtained, totalizing 20 ejaculates. Semen was diluted in commercial freezing extender (Botucrio) supplemented with CQm: control (0), 0.75, 1.5, and 3 mg/mL. Samples were filled in straws (0.5 mL) and submitted to freezing and storage at -196°C. Thawing was performed at 37°C/30 s, and the samples of each group were analyzed for kinetics, plasma membrane integrity, acrosome membrane integrity, and mitochondrial membrane potential . The addition of 1.5 and 3 mg/mL CQm showed lower values (P < .05) of total motility (TM), progressive motility (PM), curvilinear velocity (VCL), straight line velocity (VSL), average path velocity (VAP) and wobble (WOB), comparing to control group. Besides, it was observed lower (P < .05) percentages of sperm with intact acrosomes in the group treated with 3 mg/mL of CQm than control group. In conclusion, high concentration of medium-molecular-weight carboxymethylchitosan to freezing diluent damages kinematic and acrosome of stallion sperm after freezing/thawing.
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- Thalles Cloves Maciel de Moura
- Andrology Laboratory (ANDROLAB), Departament of Veterinary Medicine, Universidade Federal Rural de Pernambuco, Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil.
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- Andrology Laboratory (ANDROLAB), Departament of Veterinary Medicine, Universidade Federal Rural de Pernambuco, Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil
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- Enzimology Laboratory (LABENZ), Departament of Biochemistry, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Cidade Universitária, Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil
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- Enzimology Laboratory (LABENZ), Departament of Biochemistry, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Cidade Universitária, Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil
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- Andrology Laboratory (ANDROLAB), Departament of Veterinary Medicine, Universidade Federal Rural de Pernambuco, Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil
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- Andrology Laboratory (ANDROLAB), Departament of Veterinary Medicine, Universidade Federal Rural de Pernambuco, Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil
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Masuda Y, Kheawkanha T, Nagahama A, Kawasaki K, Konno T, Yamanaka K, Tatemoto H. Antifreeze protein type III addition to freezing extender comprehensively improves post-thaw sperm properties in Okinawan native Agu pig. Anim Reprod Sci 2023; 252:107232. [PMID: 37075564 DOI: 10.1016/j.anireprosci.2023.107232] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/15/2023] [Revised: 03/28/2023] [Accepted: 04/12/2023] [Indexed: 04/21/2023]
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Sperm cryopreservation often leads to physical cell damage through ice crystal formation. This study evaluates the improvements to freezing extender cryoprotective activity due to antifreeze protein (AFP) addition, which primarily acts on ice crystal formation, through investigating the post-thaw sperm properties of Okinawan native Agu pig. Six individual boar sperm samples were diluted with the freezing extender supplemented with 1 μg/mL of AFP I or AFP III and then subjected to cryopreservation. Treatment with AFP I during the freezing procedure had no improvement for any characteristics after thawing compared to untreated sperm. In contrast, the addition of AFP III to the freezing extender strongly increased sperm motility, mitochondria and cell membrane integrity, and the acrosomal proteolytic activity of frozen-thawed sperm in 5 of 6 individuals (P < 0.05). Furthermore, cryoinjury prevention by AFP III significantly enhanced sperm viability (by ATP content), and maintained DNA quality and in vitro sperm penetrability compared with AFP I treatment (P < 0.05). These findings demonstrate that AFP III addition to the freezing extender of boar sperm is more effective in maintaining sperm characteristics than the extender without AFP III or AFP I, despite individual differences in response.
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- Yusuke Masuda
- Faculty of Agriculture, University of the Ryukyus, Nishihara, Okinawa 903-0213, Japan
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- Faculty of Agriculture, Khon Kaen University, Muang Khon Kaen District, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand
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- Faculty of Agriculture, University of the Ryukyus, Nishihara, Okinawa 903-0213, Japan
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- Faculty of Agriculture, University of the Ryukyus, Nishihara, Okinawa 903-0213, Japan
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- Faculty of Agriculture, University of the Ryukyus, Nishihara, Okinawa 903-0213, Japan
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- Faculty of Agriculture, Saga University, Saga city, Saga 840-8502, Japan
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- Faculty of Agriculture, University of the Ryukyus, Nishihara, Okinawa 903-0213, Japan.
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Nain D, Mohanty TK, Dewry RK, Bhakat M, Nath S, Gupta VK, Parray MA. Butylated Hydroxytoluene (BHT) Improves the Post-Thaw Semen Quality in Low-Dose Sperm Cryopreservation in Murrah Buffalo Bull. CRYOLETTERS 2023. [DOI: 10.54680/fr23110110612] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND: Cryopreservation is an important technique for the long-term storage of semen for artificial insemination (AI). Buffalo spermatozoa are sensitive to cryopreservation procedures because of the presence of a high amount of polyunsaturated fatty acids in the plasma membrane.
OBJECTIVE: To study the effect of different concentrations of BHT on the quality of Murrah buffalo bull semen for low-dose cryopreservation. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Semen was collected from four high fertile Murrah buffalo bulls (6 ejaculates each) using an artificial vagina.
A total of 24 ejaculates were collected from each bull twice a week using an artificial vagina. Every sample was split into four parts: Control without additives; and three treatments with BHT at 0.5 mM, 1 mM or 2 mM. Semen was cryopreserved at low-dose sperm cryopreservation of 20, 15, 10
and 5 million sperm per aliquot after supplementation of BHT. Semen samples were evaluated for fresh, pre-freeze and post-thaw stages. RESULTS:There was a significant increase (p<0.05) in sperm quality parameters, such as progressive motility (%), viability (%), HOST response (%),
acrosome integrity (%) and post-thaw motility, with the addition of 0.5-1 mM BHT. CONCLUSION: The addition of BHT in Murrah buffalo semen improves the low dose cryopreservation quality in a dose-dependent manner.
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- Dipti Nain
- Artificial Breeding Research Centre, ICAR-National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal-132001, (Haryana), India
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- Artificial Breeding Research Centre, ICAR-National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal-132001, (Haryana), India
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- Artificial Breeding Research Centre, ICAR-National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal-132001, (Haryana), India
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- Artificial Breeding Research Centre, ICAR-National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal-132001, (Haryana), India
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- Artificial Breeding Research Centre, ICAR-National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal-132001, (Haryana), India
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- Artificial Breeding Research Centre, ICAR-National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal-132001, (Haryana), India
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- Artificial Breeding Research Centre, ICAR-National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal-132001, (Haryana), India
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Monteiro MS, Torres MA, Passarelli MDS, Martins MP, Ravagnani GM, Papa FO, Alvarenga MA, Dell'Aqua Júnior JA, Yasui GS, Martins SMMK, de Andrade AFC. Impact of cryopreservation protocols (one- and two-step) on boar semen quality at 5 °C and post-thawing. Anim Reprod Sci 2022; 247:107093. [DOI: 10.1016/j.anireprosci.2022.107093] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2022] [Revised: 10/06/2022] [Accepted: 10/12/2022] [Indexed: 11/01/2022]
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Exogenous Melatonin in the Culture Medium Does Not Affect the Development of In Vivo-Derived Pig Embryos but Substantially Improves the Quality of In Vitro-Produced Embryos. Antioxidants (Basel) 2022; 11:antiox11061177. [PMID: 35740074 PMCID: PMC9220299 DOI: 10.3390/antiox11061177] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2022] [Revised: 06/07/2022] [Accepted: 06/13/2022] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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Cloned and transgenic pigs are relevant human disease models and serve as potential donors for regenerative medicine and xenotransplantation. These technologies demand oocytes and embryos of good quality. However, the current protocols for in vitro production (IVP) of pig embryos give reduced blastocyst efficiency and embryo quality compared to in vivo controls. This is likely due to culture conditions jeopardizing embryonic homeostasis including the effect of reactive oxygen species (ROS) influence. In this study, the antioxidant melatonin (1 nM) in the maturation medium, fertilization medium, or both media was ineffective in enhancing fertilization or embryonic development parameters of in vitro fertilized oocytes. Supplementation of melatonin in the fertilization medium also had no effect on sperm function. In contrast, the addition of melatonin to the embryo culture medium accelerated the timing of embryonic development and increased the percentages of cleaved embryos and presumed zygotes that developed to the blastocyst stage. Furthermore, it increased the number of inner mass cells and the inner mass cell/total cell number ratio per blastocyst while increasing intracellular glutathione and reducing ROS and DNA damage levels in embryos. Contrarily, the addition of melatonin to the embryo culture medium had no evident effect on in vivo-derived embryos, including the developmental capacity and the quality of in vivo-derived 4-cell embryos or the percentage of genome-edited in vivo-derived zygotes achieving the blastocyst stage. In conclusion, exogenous melatonin in the embryo culture medium enhances the development and quality of in vitro-derived embryos but not in in vivo-derived embryos. Exogenous melatonin is thus recommended during embryo culture of oocytes matured and fertilized in vitro for improving porcine IVP efficiency.
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Wigger M, Tröder SE, Zevnik B. A simple and economic protocol for efficient in vitro fertilization using cryopreserved mouse sperm. PLoS One 2021; 16:e0259202. [PMID: 34710162 PMCID: PMC8553151 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0259202] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2021] [Accepted: 10/14/2021] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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The advent of genome editing tools like CRISPR/Cas has substantially increased the number of genetically engineered mouse models in recent years. In support of refinement and reduction, sperm cryopreservation is advantageous compared to embryo freezing for archiving and distribution of such mouse models. The in vitro fertilization using cryopreserved sperm from the most widely used C57BL/6 strain has become highly efficient in recent years due to several improvements of the procedure. However, purchase of the necessary media for routine application of the current protocol poses a constant burden on budgetary constraints. In-house media preparation, instead, is complex and requires quality control of each batch. Here, we describe a cost-effective and easily adaptable approach for in vitro fertilization using cryopreserved C57BL/6 sperm. This is mainly achieved by modification of an affordable commercial fertilization medium and a step-by-step description of all other necessary reagents. Large-scale comparison of fertilization rates from independent lines of genetically engineered C57BL/6 mice upon cryopreservation and in vitro fertilization with our approach demonstrated equal or significantly superior fertilization rates to current protocols. Our novel SEcuRe (Simple Economical set-up for Rederivation) method provides an affordable, easily adaptable and harmonized protocol for highly efficient rederivation using cryopreserved C57BL/6 sperm for a broad application of colony management in the sense of the 3Rs.
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- Magdalena Wigger
- Cluster of Excellence Cellular Stress Responses in Aging-Associated Diseases (CECAD), Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital Cologne, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
- in vivo Research Facility, Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital Cologne, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Cluster of Excellence Cellular Stress Responses in Aging-Associated Diseases (CECAD), Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital Cologne, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
- in vivo Research Facility, Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital Cologne, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
- * E-mail: (BZ); (SET)
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- Cluster of Excellence Cellular Stress Responses in Aging-Associated Diseases (CECAD), Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital Cologne, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
- in vivo Research Facility, Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital Cologne, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
- * E-mail: (BZ); (SET)
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Oxidative and nitrosative stress in frozen-thawed pig spermatozoa. I: Protective effect of melatonin and butylhydroxytoluene on sperm function. Res Vet Sci 2021; 136:143-150. [PMID: 33626440 DOI: 10.1016/j.rvsc.2021.02.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2020] [Revised: 01/18/2021] [Accepted: 02/04/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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The addition of antioxidants to the cryopreservation medium has been shown to exert a positive effect on the quality of frozen-thawed sperm in different species. The objective of the present study was to evaluate the effects of supplementing the freezing medium with butylhydroxytoluene (BHT) and melatonin (MEL) in frozen-thawed pig spermatozoa. With this purpose, six ejaculates coming from six separate boars were cryopreserved in traditional freezing medium (i.e. lactose/egg-yolk/glycerol; Control) supplemented with 1.0 mM BHT (BHT-1), 2.0 mM BHT (BHT-2), 0.01 μM MEL (MEL-1) and 1.0 μM MEL (MEL-2). We evaluated sperm viability, membrane lipid disorder, acrosome integrity, mitochondrial membrane potential, lipid peroxidation, oxidation of thiol groups, and levels of total reactive oxygen species (ROS), peroxynitrite and superoxide anion (·O2-). We also analysed total (TM) and progressive sperm motilities (PM), and kinetic parameters at post-thaw (T0, T30 and T60). The BHT-2 and MEL-2 groups presented higher viability and acrosome integrity, and lower levels of peroxynitrite, ·O2- and lipid peroxidation than the control (P < 0.05), whereas MEL-2 diminished the levels of total ROS (P < 0.05). TM and PM were not affected by the treatment, while, LIN and STR shows differences between experimental groups. In conclusion, the addition of BHT and MEL to cryopreservation medium diminishes oxidative and nitrosative stress markers, which has repercussions for the integrity of plasma and acrosomal membranes of frozen-thawed spermatozoa.
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Merino O, Dumorné K, Leidy SV, Figueroa E, Valdebenito I, Farías JG, Risopatrón J. Short-term storage sperm of coho salmon (Oncorhynchus kisutch) at 4 °C: Effect of sperm: Extender dilution ratios and antioxidant butyl-hydroxytoluene (BHT) on sperm function. Cryobiology 2020; 95:44-50. [PMID: 32554155 DOI: 10.1016/j.cryobiol.2020.06.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2019] [Revised: 06/08/2020] [Accepted: 06/09/2020] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Short-term storage of semen is a necessary key procedure in fish; it allows maximizing the use of gametes. Nevertheless, sperm quality decreases during storage has been associated with oxidative stress damage due to an increase in reactive oxygen species (ROS) during storage. This study was designed to optimize a short-term storage protocol for Coho salmon (Oncorhynchus kisutch) spermatozoa, evaluating the effect of extender dilution and the addition of butyl-hydroxytoluene (BHT) antioxidant on sperm function parameters. In the first experiment, fresh semen was diluted in Storfish®: extender dilution (1:2 and 1:3) and a control sample undiluted and stored at 4 °C for 7-days. In both experiments motility (MO), viability and integrity of plasma membrane, mitochondrial membrane potential (MMP) and superoxide anion level (O2-) were evaluated at 0, 3 and 7 days. Result shows that, 1:3 dilution maintained a higher sperm function for a longer period time. In the second experiment, spermatozoa were suspended in Storfish® (1:3) supplemented with two different concentrations of BHT (1.0 mM and 2.0 mM) and a control sample without antioxidant and stored at 4 °C for 7 days. The results demonstrated that, antioxidant-supplemented samples greater MO than control samples (P < 0.05). The viability remained >75% during storage in all groups. MMP was higher in 2.0 mM BHT compared to 1.0 mM and control (P < 0.05), in addition, this concentration reduced O2- level (P < 0.05). In conclusion, sperm: extender dilution 1:3 and adding of 2.0 mM BHT in sperm storage extender may enhance protection sperm function in Oncorhynchus kisutch against effects harmful of the oxidative stress during the in vitro storage.
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- Osvaldo Merino
- Department of Biological and Chemical Sciences, Faculty of Natural Resources, Catholic University of Temuco, Temuco, Chile; Center of Excellence of Biotechnology in Reproduction (BIOREN-CEBIOR), Faculty of Medicine, University of La Frontera, Temuco, Chile
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- Center of Excellence of Biotechnology in Reproduction (BIOREN-CEBIOR), Faculty of Medicine, University of La Frontera, Temuco, Chile; Vicerectory for Research and Postgraduate Studies, Graduate Academic Direction, University of La Frontera, Temuco, Chile
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- Doctoral Program in Agricultural Sciences. Catholic University of Temuco, Temuco, Chile
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- Nucleus of Research in Food Production, Department of Biological and Chemical Sciences, Faculty of Natural Resources, Catholic University of Temuco, Temuco, Chile
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- Department of Biological and Chemical Sciences, Faculty of Natural Resources, Catholic University of Temuco, Temuco, Chile; Nucleus of Research in Food Production, Department of Biological and Chemical Sciences, Faculty of Natural Resources, Catholic University of Temuco, Temuco, Chile
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- Center of Excellence of Biotechnology in Reproduction (BIOREN-CEBIOR), Faculty of Medicine, University of La Frontera, Temuco, Chile; Chemical Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering and Science, University of La Frontera, Temuco, Chile
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- Center of Excellence of Biotechnology in Reproduction (BIOREN-CEBIOR), Faculty of Medicine, University of La Frontera, Temuco, Chile; Department of Basic Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of La Frontera, Temuco, Chile.
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Galeati G, Bucci D, Nerozzi C, Gadani B, Tamanini C, Mislei B, Spinaci M. Improvement of in vitro fertilization by a tannin rich vegetal extract addition to frozen thawed boar sperm. Anim Reprod 2020; 17:e20190130. [PMID: 32714455 PMCID: PMC7375865 DOI: 10.21451/1984-3143-ar2019-0130] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/23/2019] [Accepted: 03/15/2020] [Indexed: 01/28/2023] Open
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Boar spermatozoa are very susceptible to cryopreservation injuries and, for this reason, pig remains one of the few species in which fresh semen is still preferred to thawed one for routine artificial insemination (AI). The present work evaluated the effect of supplementing boar sperm thawing medium with Silvafeed SP (SSP), a mixture of Chestnut and Quebracho wood extracts (60/40 w/w) rich in polyphenols (92.4% tannin content) on in vitro fertilization (IVF) and on the following sperm parameters: sperm motility (assessed by CASA), viability, acrosome integrity, mitochondrial function and lipid peroxidation (assessed by flow cytometry) and capacitation status (immunolocalization of tyrosine phosphorylated proteins). Thawed spermatozoa were incubated 1 h at 37°C in BTS without (CTR) or with (5, 10, 20 µg/mL) SSP. After incubation sperm suspension was divided in three aliquots: one was used for IVF trials, one for sperm analysis, and the last one was capacitated for 1 h at 39°C 5% CO2 in IVF medium. Sperm motility parameters, viability, acrosome integrity, mitochondrial functionality, lipid peroxidation and tyrosine phosphorylated protein immunolocalization, used as capacitation parameter, were not influenced by SSP. However, oocytes inseminated with thawed spermatozoa pretreated with all the different SSP concentrations presented a significant (P < 0.01) increase in penetration rate compared to CTR. In addition, 5 µg/mL SSP exerted a positive effect (P<0.05) on the total efficiency of fertilization. These results encourage the use of SSP in the thawing medium since post-thawing fertility is a limit for the large-scale use of boar frozen semen.
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- Giovanna Galeati
- Department of Veterinary Medical Sciences, University of Bologna, Ozzano dell’Emilia, BO, Italy
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- Department of Veterinary Medical Sciences, University of Bologna, Ozzano dell’Emilia, BO, Italy
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- Department of Veterinary Medical Sciences, University of Bologna, Ozzano dell’Emilia, BO, Italy
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- Department of Veterinary Medical Sciences, University of Bologna, Ozzano dell’Emilia, BO, Italy
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- Department of Veterinary Medical Sciences, University of Bologna, Ozzano dell’Emilia, BO, Italy
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- AUB-INFA National Institute of Artificial Insemination, Bologna, Cadriano, BO, Italy
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- Department of Veterinary Medical Sciences, University of Bologna, Ozzano dell’Emilia, BO, Italy
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Basioura A, Tsakmakidis IA, Martinez EA, Roca J, Li J, Molina MF, Theodoridis A, Boscos CM, Parrilla I. Effect of astaxanthin in extenders on sperm quality and functional variables of frozen-thawed boar semen. Anim Reprod Sci 2020; 218:106478. [PMID: 32507259 DOI: 10.1016/j.anireprosci.2020.106478] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2020] [Revised: 04/22/2020] [Accepted: 04/24/2020] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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The aim of the study was to determine whether the presence of astaxanthin (ASX) protects boar spermatozoa against damage related to cryopreservation. Pooled ejaculates extended in Beltsville Thawing Solution (BTS) were used. Three experiments were conducted: 1) sperm samples were pre-incubated overnight (17 °C) with ASX (0, 0.5, 5, 15 μM) prior to freezing and then frozen using cooling and thawing extenders supplemented with ASX (0, 0.5, 5, 15 μM); 2) sperm samples were treated with ASX (0, 0.5, 5, 15 μM) only during overnight pre-incubation (17 °C) prior to cryopreservation; and 3) a thawing extender was supplemented with ASX (0, 0.5, 5, 15 μM). The groups were as follows: control (C; no treatment), ASX 1 (0.5 μM), ASX 2 (5 μM) and ASX 3 (15 μM). Total (TM) and progressive (PM) motility was analyzed using CASA, while sperm viability, reactive oxygen species generation, lipid peroxidation and apoptoticlike changes were analyzed using flow cytometry. Sperm variables were evaluated prior to freezing as well as 30 and 150 min after thawing. In Experiment 1, the values of TM and sperm viability post-thaw were less in the ASX 3 than C group. In Experiment 2, there was no effect of ASX on any of the sperm variables evaluated, while in Experiment 3, apoptotic-like changes were less in the ASX 1 than C group. In conclusion, there was a subtle beneficial effect on cryopreserved boar spermatozoa after addition of ASX to thawing media.
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- A Basioura
- Unit of Biotechnology of Reproduction, Farm Animals Clinic, School of Veterinary Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 54627, Thessaloniki, Greece.
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- Unit of Biotechnology of Reproduction, Farm Animals Clinic, School of Veterinary Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 54627, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Department of Medicine and Animal Surgery, Faculty of Veterinary Science, University of Murcia, 30071, Murcia, Spain
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- Department of Medicine and Animal Surgery, Faculty of Veterinary Science, University of Murcia, 30071, Murcia, Spain
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- Department of Medicine and Animal Surgery, Faculty of Veterinary Science, University of Murcia, 30071, Murcia, Spain
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- Department of Medicine and Animal Surgery, Faculty of Veterinary Science, University of Murcia, 30071, Murcia, Spain
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- Laboratory of Animal Production Economics, School of Veterinary Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 54124, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Unit of Biotechnology of Reproduction, Farm Animals Clinic, School of Veterinary Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 54627, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Department of Medicine and Animal Surgery, Faculty of Veterinary Science, University of Murcia, 30071, Murcia, Spain
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Galeati G, Bucci D, Nerozzi C, Gadani B, Tamanini C, Mislei B, Spinaci M. Improvement of in vitro fertilization by a tannin rich vegetal extract addition to frozen thawed boar sperm. Anim Reprod 2020. [DOI: 10.1590/1984-3143-ar2019-0130] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Appiah MO, He B, Lu W, Wang J. Antioxidative effect of melatonin on cryopreserved chicken semen. Cryobiology 2019; 89:90-95. [DOI: 10.1016/j.cryobiol.2019.05.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/09/2018] [Revised: 03/24/2019] [Accepted: 05/01/2019] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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Antioxidant Effect of a Polyphenol-Rich Murtilla ( Ugni molinae Turcz.) Extract and Its Effect on the Regulation of Metabolism in Refrigerated Boar Sperm. OXIDATIVE MEDICINE AND CELLULAR LONGEVITY 2019; 2019:2917513. [PMID: 31281571 PMCID: PMC6589320 DOI: 10.1155/2019/2917513] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2018] [Revised: 03/22/2019] [Accepted: 04/28/2019] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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The production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) in boar spermatozoa increases in refrigeration; this can have an impact on sperm quality and fertilization capacity. We evaluated the effect of polyphenol-rich aqueous extract of murtilla (Ugni molinae Turcz) on boar sperm stored at 17°C in order to reduce oxidative stress and improve sperm quality in the long term. Five experiments were performed: first, characterization of the polyphenol content from five genotypes of murtilla; second, determination of the genotype with the best antioxidant effect (MT-Ex); third, the antioxidant capacity on O2− and lipid peroxidation; fourth, the influence of MT-Ex on motility, calcium movement, cAMP, and metabolic parameters; and fifth, analysis of long-term refrigeration. The average phenolic content was 344 ppm; gallic acid, catechin, quercetin, myricetin, and kaempferol were detected. All extracts evaluated presented a concentration-dependent antioxidant effect. MT-Ex reduces intracellular O2−/peroxides but low lipid peroxidation. MT-Ex in nonstimulated ROS conditions reduces sperm motility, mitochondrial membrane potential, cAMP, and ATP, but the succinate dehydrogenase activity remained normal; also, we observed a reduction in calcium movement in in vitro sperm capacitation. The long-term analyses showed that MT-Ex improved sperm motility decay and reduced membrane damage and ROS at 168 h. Based on this study, we propose MT-Ex as a supplement in semen extenders.
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Pranay Kumar K, Swathi B, Shanmugam M. Effect of supplementing vitamin E analogues on post-thaw semen parameters and fertility in chicken. Br Poult Sci 2019; 60:340-345. [PMID: 30929462 DOI: 10.1080/00071668.2019.1602249] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2018] [Accepted: 02/26/2019] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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1. The effect of supplementing water-soluble vitamin E analogues 6-hydroxy-2,5,7,8-tetramethylchromane-2-carboxylic acid (trolox) and butylated hydroxy toluene (BHT) was studied in two separate experiments.2. In the first experiment, trolox was supplemented at 0.2 mM, 0.4 mM and 0.8 mM concentrations along with N-methylacetamide (MA; 12% final concentration) and semen was cryopreserved in 0.5 ml French straws. Different semen parameters and fertility were assessed from post-thaw samples.3. Sperm motility, live sperm, and mitochondrial activity were significantly lower (P < 0.05) in cryopreserved semen. Lipid peroxidation (LPO) was significantly higher (P < 0.05) in cryopreserved semen that was reduced by trolox supplementation. The treatment containing trolox at 0.2 mM concentration produced significantly higher (P < 0.05) fertility compared to unsupplemented cryopreservation treatment.4. In the second experiment, BHT was supplemented at 0.25 mM, 0.5 mM, and 1 mM concentrations along with MA during semen cryopreservation.5. Sperm motility, live sperm and MTT dye reduction test were significantly lower (P < 0.05) in cryopreserved semen. These parameters declined with increasing BHT concentration. Abnormal sperm was significantly higher (P < 0.05) in the BHT supplemented treatments. The sperm chromatin dispersion (SCD) test was significantly higher (P < 0.05) in cryopreserved samples and was highest in samples supplemented with 0.5 mM and 1 mM BHT. The percentage fertility was significantly lower (P < 0.05) in cryopreserved semen and BHT supplementation did not improve fertility.6. In conclusion, trolox supplementation at 0.2 mM concentration during semen cryopreservation improved fertility, whereas BHT supplementation resulted in a decline in post-thaw semen parameters.
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- K Pranay Kumar
- Department of Physiology, College of Veterinary Science, Hyderabad, India
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- Department of Physiology, College of Veterinary Science, Hyderabad, India
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- ICAR-Directorate of Poultry Science, Hyderabad, India
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Jara B, Merino O, Sánchez R, Risopatrón J. Positive effect of butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT) on the quality of cryopreserved cat spermatozoa. Cryobiology 2019; 89:76-81. [PMID: 31071309 DOI: 10.1016/j.cryobiol.2019.05.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/13/2019] [Revised: 04/22/2019] [Accepted: 05/03/2019] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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The semen cryopreservation processes are associated with state of oxidative stress induced by high levels of reactive oxygen species (ROS), causing damage to functional spermatozoa. Whereby, antioxidants have been utilized to scavenge or neutralize the elevated levels of ROS. The aim of at the present study was to evaluate the effect of adding BHT to the freezing extenders on post-thaw characteristics of domestic cat spermatozoa. Semen samples were frozen in Tris-fructose-citric acid-based extender, supplemented with different concentrations of BHT (0.5 mM, 1.0 mM and 2.0 mM) and a control sample without antioxidant. After thawing, sperm samples were assessed for motility by computer-assisted sperm analysis and viability, acrosome integrity, superoxide anion production and membrane lipid peroxidation status by flow cytometry. In the study, the parameters of sperm motility and acrosome integrity were significantly higher in 2.0 mM BHT compared to sperm frozen in the extender with other concentrations and control (P < 0.05), in addition, this concentration reduced significantly the superoxide anion production and lipid peroxidation of the sperm. The results demonstrated that the supplementation of BHT to the freezing extender could protect the function and cellular structure of domestic cat sperm from cryoinjuries.
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- Belén Jara
- Center of Biotechnology on Reproduction (BIOREN-CEBIOR), Faculty of Medicine, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco, Chile
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- Center of Biotechnology on Reproduction (BIOREN-CEBIOR), Faculty of Medicine, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco, Chile
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- Center of Biotechnology on Reproduction (BIOREN-CEBIOR), Faculty of Medicine, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco, Chile; Department of Preclinical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco, Chile
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- Center of Biotechnology on Reproduction (BIOREN-CEBIOR), Faculty of Medicine, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco, Chile; Department of Basic Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco, Chile.
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Martin-Hidalgo D, Bragado MJ, Batista AR, Oliveira PF, Alves MG. Antioxidants and Male Fertility: from Molecular Studies to Clinical Evidence. Antioxidants (Basel) 2019; 8:antiox8040089. [PMID: 30959797 PMCID: PMC6523199 DOI: 10.3390/antiox8040089] [Citation(s) in RCA: 86] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2019] [Revised: 04/01/2019] [Accepted: 04/03/2019] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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Spermatozoa are physiologically exposed to reactive oxygen species (ROS) that play a pivotal role on several sperm functions through activation of different intracellular mechanisms involved in physiological functions such as sperm capacitation associated-events. However, ROS overproduction depletes sperm antioxidant system, which leads to a condition of oxidative stress (OS). Subfertile and infertile men are known to present higher amount of ROS in the reproductive tract which causes sperm DNA damage and results in lower fertility and pregnancy rates. Thus, there is a growing number of couples seeking fertility treatment and assisted reproductive technologies (ART) due to OS-related problems in the male partner. Interestingly, although ART can be successfully used, it is also related with an increase in ROS production. This has led to a debate if antioxidants should be proposed as part of a fertility treatment in an attempt to decrease non-physiological elevated levels of ROS. However, the rationale behind oral antioxidants intake and positive effects on male reproduction outcome is only supported by few studies. In addition, it is unclear whether negative effects may arise from oral antioxidants intake. Although there are some contrasting reports, oral consumption of compounds with antioxidant activity appears to improve sperm parameters, such as motility and concentration, and decrease DNA damage, but there is not sufficient evidence that fertility rates and live birth really improve after antioxidants intake. Moreover, it depends on the type of antioxidants, treatment duration, and even the diagnostics of the man’s fertility, among other factors. Literature also suggests that the main advantage of antioxidant therapy is to extend sperm preservation to be used during ART. Herein, we discuss ROS production and its relevance in male fertility and antioxidant therapy with focus on molecular mechanisms and clinical evidence.
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- David Martin-Hidalgo
- Unit for Multidisciplinary Research in Biomedicine (UMIB), Laboratory of Cell Biology, Department of Microscopy, Institute of Biomedical Sciences Abel Salazar (ICBAS), University of Porto, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal.
- Research Group of Intracellular Signaling and Technology of Reproduction (SINTREP), Institute of Biotechnology in Agriculture and Livestock (INBIO G+C), University of Extremadura, 10004 Cáceres, Spain.
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- Research Group of Intracellular Signaling and Technology of Reproduction (SINTREP), Institute of Biotechnology in Agriculture and Livestock (INBIO G+C), University of Extremadura, 10004 Cáceres, Spain.
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- Unit for Multidisciplinary Research in Biomedicine (UMIB), Laboratory of Cell Biology, Department of Microscopy, Institute of Biomedical Sciences Abel Salazar (ICBAS), University of Porto, 4050-313 Porto, Portugal.
- i3S-Instituto de Investigação e Inovação em Saúde, University of Porto, 4200-135 Porto, Portugal.
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Porto, 4200-319 Porto, Portugal.
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- Research Group of Intracellular Signaling and Technology of Reproduction (SINTREP), Institute of Biotechnology in Agriculture and Livestock (INBIO G+C), University of Extremadura, 10004 Cáceres, Spain.
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Silva HVR, Nunes TGP, Mota Filho AC, Pinto JN, Silva AR, Silva LDMD. ADIÇÃO DE HIDROXITOLUENO BUTILADO (BHT) NO DILUIDOR ACP-106c PARA CONGELAÇÃO DE SÊMEN CANINO. CIÊNCIA ANIMAL BRASILEIRA 2018. [DOI: 10.1590/1809-6891v19e-45896] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Resumo: Este estudo foi realizado para determinar o efeito de hidroxitolueno butilado (BHT) sobre a qualidade do sêmen canino congelado e descongelado, utilizando o diluidor à base de água de coco em pó (ACP-106c). Para tanto, foram realizadas quinze coletas de sêmen provenientes de cinco cães. O sêmen obtido foi diluído em ACP-106c acrescido de glicerol e gema de ovo. As amostras foram então transferidas para tubos contendo diferentes concentrações de BHT (0; 0,5; 1,0 e 2,0 mM). Em seguida, as amostras foram envasadas, congeladas e armazenadas em nitrogênio líquido. O sêmen coletado foi avaliado in natura quanto aos seguintes parâmetros: coloração, volume da fração espermática, motilidade total, vigor, concentração, morfologia e funcionalidade de membrana espermática. Após uma semana, as amostras foram descongeladas e avaliadas por meio de análise computadorizada, como também foram realizadas análises da funcionalidade de membrana e da morfologia espermática. A motilidade progressiva no grupo BHT 2,0 mM foi significativamente superior (P < 0,05) do que a do grupo BHT 0 mM (27,6 ± 11,7% vs. 19,0 ± 9,5%, respectivamente). Em todos os demais parâmetros avaliados, não houve diferença entre os grupos testados. Portanto, conclui-se que a adição do BHT ao diluidor ACP-106c não afetou a qualidade do sêmen canino pós-descongelação.
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Basioura A, Boscos CM, Parrilla I, Tsousis G, Tsakmakidis IA. Effect of astaxanthin on the quality of boar sperm stored at 17°C, incubated at 37°C or under in vitro conditions. Reprod Domest Anim 2018; 53:463-471. [DOI: 10.1111/rda.13133] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2017] [Accepted: 11/30/2017] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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- A Basioura
- Faculty of Health Sciences; Farm Animals Clinic; School of Veterinary Medicine; Aristotle University of Thessaloniki; Thessaloniki Greece
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- Faculty of Health Sciences; Farm Animals Clinic; School of Veterinary Medicine; Aristotle University of Thessaloniki; Thessaloniki Greece
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- Department of Animal Medicine and Surgery; University of Murcia; Murcia Spain
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- Faculty of Health Sciences; Farm Animals Clinic; School of Veterinary Medicine; Aristotle University of Thessaloniki; Thessaloniki Greece
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- Faculty of Health Sciences; Farm Animals Clinic; School of Veterinary Medicine; Aristotle University of Thessaloniki; Thessaloniki Greece
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Satake N, Edwards S, Tutt D, McGowan MR, Boe-Hansen GB. Investigation of in vitro measurable sperm attributes and their influence on electroejaculated bull semen with a fixed-time artificial insemination protocol in Australian Bos indicus cattle. Reprod Domest Anim 2017; 53:414-422. [PMID: 29226457 DOI: 10.1111/rda.13121] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2017] [Accepted: 11/14/2017] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Increasing use of fixed-time artificial insemination (FTAI) in beef cattle production has presented an opportunity for the use of fresh or chilled semen as an alternative to standard cryopreserved semen. The objective of this study was to examine in vitro sperm function and pregnancy rate of electroejaculated semen, chilled and stored for 48 hr, compared to conventionally cryopreserved semen with an optimized FTAI protocol in Brahman cattle. Semen from three Brahman bulls was collected, and aliquots were extended in either chilled (at 5°C) or frozen (LN2 ) in a Tris-egg yolk extender base with 2.4% or 7.0% glycerol, respectively. Semen samples were assessed 48 hr after collection or post-thaw and warming, for sperm motility, in vitro sperm function and fertilizing ability, and used in a FTAI programme. The overall pregnancy rates was significantly different (p < .01) after FTAI with frozen (n = 173; 53.2%) and chilled semen (n = 174; 31.6%). In contrast, the in vitro sperm assessment showed that the chilled semen had significantly faster motility (p < .05), a higher proportion of progressively motile spermatozoa (p < .05), with significantly higher proportions of acrosome intact, viable spermatozoa (p < .01). This study showed that reasonable pregnancy rates in Brahman cattle can be achieved using FTAI with chilled semen collected using electroejaculation and stored for up to 48 hr. However, improvements in semen extenders are required in consideration of semen collection method to improve the longevity of sperm fertilizing ability to significantly increase FTAI output using chilled storage of bull semen.
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- N Satake
- School of Veterinary Science, The University of Queensland, Gatton, QLD, Australia
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- School of Veterinary Science, The University of Queensland, Gatton, QLD, Australia
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- School of Veterinary Science, The University of Queensland, Gatton, QLD, Australia
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- School of Veterinary Science, The University of Queensland, Gatton, QLD, Australia
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- School of Veterinary Science, The University of Queensland, Gatton, QLD, Australia
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Martinez CA, Nohalez A, Parrilla I, Motas M, Roca J, Romero I, García-González DL, Cuello C, Rodriguez-Martinez H, Martinez EA, Gil MA. The overlaying oil type influences in vitro embryo production: differences in composition and compound transfer into incubation medium between oils. Sci Rep 2017; 7:10505. [PMID: 28874873 PMCID: PMC5585310 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-017-10989-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2017] [Accepted: 08/17/2017] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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The oil overlay micro-drop system is widely used for cultures of mammalian gametes and embryos. We evaluated hereby the effects of two unaltered commercial oils- Sigma mineral oil (S-MO) and Nidoil paraffin oil (N-PO)-on in vitro embryo production (IVP) outcomes using a pig model. The results showed that while either oil apparently did not affect oocyte maturation and fertilization rates, S-MO negatively affected embryo cleavage rates, blastocyst formation rates, and, consequently, total blastocyst efficiency of the system. No differences in the oxidation state were found between the oils or culture media incubated under S-MO or N-PO. Although both oils slightly differed in elemental composition, there were no differences in the concentrations of elements between fresh media and media incubated under oils. By contrast, we demonstrated clear oil-type differences in both the composition of volatile organic compounds (VOC) and the transfer of some of these VOC´s (straight-chain alkanes and pentanal and 1,3-diethyl benzene) to the culture medium, which could have influenced embryonic development.
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- Cristina A Martinez
- Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, International Excellence Campus for Higher Education and Research "Campus Mare Nostrum", University of Murcia, Murcia, Spain
- Institute for Biomedical Research of Murcia (IMIB-Arrixaca), Murcia, Spain
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- Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, International Excellence Campus for Higher Education and Research "Campus Mare Nostrum", University of Murcia, Murcia, Spain
- Institute for Biomedical Research of Murcia (IMIB-Arrixaca), Murcia, Spain
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- Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, International Excellence Campus for Higher Education and Research "Campus Mare Nostrum", University of Murcia, Murcia, Spain
- Institute for Biomedical Research of Murcia (IMIB-Arrixaca), Murcia, Spain
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- Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, International Excellence Campus for Higher Education and Research "Campus Mare Nostrum", University of Murcia, Murcia, Spain
- Institute for Biomedical Research of Murcia (IMIB-Arrixaca), Murcia, Spain
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- Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, International Excellence Campus for Higher Education and Research "Campus Mare Nostrum", University of Murcia, Murcia, Spain
- Institute for Biomedical Research of Murcia (IMIB-Arrixaca), Murcia, Spain
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- Instituto de la Grasa, (CSIC), Campus University Pablo de Olavide, Sevilla, Spain
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- Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, International Excellence Campus for Higher Education and Research "Campus Mare Nostrum", University of Murcia, Murcia, Spain
- Institute for Biomedical Research of Murcia (IMIB-Arrixaca), Murcia, Spain
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- Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, International Excellence Campus for Higher Education and Research "Campus Mare Nostrum", University of Murcia, Murcia, Spain.
- Institute for Biomedical Research of Murcia (IMIB-Arrixaca), Murcia, Spain.
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- Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, International Excellence Campus for Higher Education and Research "Campus Mare Nostrum", University of Murcia, Murcia, Spain
- Institute for Biomedical Research of Murcia (IMIB-Arrixaca), Murcia, Spain
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Yeste M, Rodríguez-Gil JE, Bonet S. Artificial insemination with frozen-thawed boar sperm. Mol Reprod Dev 2017; 84:802-813. [PMID: 28608609 DOI: 10.1002/mrd.22840] [Citation(s) in RCA: 76] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/30/2016] [Accepted: 05/25/2017] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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Artificial insemination with frozen-thawed semen in pigs is not a routine technique; its use is restricted to specific cases, such as preservation of valuable genetic material (germplasm banks), safety strategies in case of natural disasters, long-distance transport of sperm, and in combination with sex-sorting. Cryoinjuries resulting from freeze-thawing protocols are a major concern with regard to the fertilization capacity of the treated sperm, which is lower than that of liquid-stored semen. Here, we provide an overview of artificial insemination using cryopreserved sperm, and summarize the factors that influence cryopreservation success before, during, and after freeze-thaw (i.e., sperm selection before starting the cryopreservation process, holding time, use of cryoprotectants, and rates of freezing and thawing) and that are driving the identification of biomarkers to predict sensitivity to cryodamage. Three different artificial insemination techniques (conventional or intracervical; intrauterine; and deep intrauterine) are also discussed with regards to their relevance when using frozen-thawed semen. Finally, we review the use of additives to freezing and thawing media, given reports that they may maintain and improve the quality and fertilizing capacity of frozen-thawed sperm. In sum, artificial insemination with frozen-thawed boar sperm can provide reasonable fertility outcomes, if freezable ejaculates, specific additives, and appropriate insemination techniques are used.
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- Marc Yeste
- Biotechnology of Animal and Human Reproduction (TechnoSperm), Unit of Cell Biology, Department of Biology, Institute of Food and Agricultural Technology, University of Girona, Girona, Spain
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- Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Unit of Animal Reproduction, Department of Animal Medicine and Surgery, Autonomous, University of Barcelona, Bellaterra (Cerdanyola del Vallès), Barcelona, Spain
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- Biotechnology of Animal and Human Reproduction (TechnoSperm), Unit of Cell Biology, Department of Biology, Institute of Food and Agricultural Technology, University of Girona, Girona, Spain
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Allai L, Druart X, Louanjli N, Contell J, Nasser B, El Amiri B. Improvements of ram semen quality using cactus seed oil during liquid preservation in Tris egg yolk and skim milk based extenders. Small Rumin Res 2017. [DOI: 10.1016/j.smallrumres.2017.02.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Salmon VM, Leclerc P, Bailey JL. Novel technical strategies to optimize cryopreservation of goat semen using cholesterol-loaded cyclodextrin. Cryobiology 2017; 74:19-24. [DOI: 10.1016/j.cryobiol.2016.12.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2016] [Revised: 12/11/2016] [Accepted: 12/28/2016] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Rizos D, Maillo V, Sánchez-Calabuig MJ, Lonergan P. The Consequences of Maternal-Embryonic Cross Talk During the Periconception Period on Subsequent Embryonic Development. ADVANCES IN EXPERIMENTAL MEDICINE AND BIOLOGY 2017; 1014:69-86. [PMID: 28864985 DOI: 10.1007/978-3-319-62414-3_4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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The periconception period comprises the final maturation of sperm and the processes of fertilization and early embryonic development, which take place in the oviduct. The final goal of these important events is to lead to establishment of pregnancy leading to the birth of healthy offspring. Studies in rodents and domestic animals have demonstrated that environmental conditions experienced during early development affect critical aspects of future growth, metabolism, gene expression, and physiology. Similarly, in vitro culture of embryos can be associated with changes in fetal growth, gene expression and regulation, and postnatal behavior.In the oviduct, the cross talk between the mother and gametes/embryo begins after ovulation, between the oocyte and the female reproductive tract, and continues with the sperm and the early embryo after successful fertilization. These signals are mainly the result of direct interaction of gametes and embryos with oviductal and endometrial cells, influencing the microenvironment at the specific location. Identifying and understanding the mechanisms involved in this cross talk during the critical period of early reproductive events leading to pregnancy establishment could potentially lead to improvements in current in vitro embryo production systems in domestic mammals and humans. In this review, we discuss current knowledge of the short- and long-term consequences of in vitro embryo production on embryo development.
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- Dimitrios Rizos
- Departamento de Reproducción Animal, Instituto Nacional de Investigación y Tecnología Agraria y Alimentaria (INIA), Ctra. de la Coruña Km. 5,9, 28040, Madrid, Spain.
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- Departamento de Reproducción Animal, Instituto Nacional de Investigación y Tecnología Agraria y Alimentaria (INIA), Ctra. de la Coruña Km. 5,9, 28040, Madrid, Spain
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- Departamento de Reproducción Animal, Instituto Nacional de Investigación y Tecnología Agraria y Alimentaria (INIA), Ctra. de la Coruña Km. 5,9, 28040, Madrid, Spain
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- School of Agriculture and Food Science, University College Dublin, Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland
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Allai L, Druart X, Öztürk M, BenMoula A, Nasser B, El Amiri B. Protective effects of Opuntia ficus-indica extract on ram sperm quality, lipid peroxidation and DNA fragmentation during liquid storage. Anim Reprod Sci 2016; 175:1-9. [DOI: 10.1016/j.anireprosci.2016.09.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2016] [Revised: 09/17/2016] [Accepted: 09/23/2016] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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Yonny ME, García EM, López A, Arroquy JI, Nazareno MA. Measurement of malondialdehyde as oxidative stress biomarker in goat plasma by HPLC-DAD. Microchem J 2016. [DOI: 10.1016/j.microc.2016.07.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Pang YW, Sun YQ, Jiang XL, Huang ZQ, Zhao SJ, Du WH, Hao HS, Zhao XM, Zhu HB. Protective effects of melatonin on bovine sperm characteristics and subsequent in vitro embryo development. Mol Reprod Dev 2016; 83:993-1002. [DOI: 10.1002/mrd.22742] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2016] [Accepted: 09/12/2016] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
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- Yun-Wei Pang
- Embryo Biotechnology and Reproduction Laboratory; Institute of Animal Science; Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences; Beijing P.R. China
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- Embryo Biotechnology and Reproduction Laboratory; Institute of Animal Science; Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences; Beijing P.R. China
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- Embryo Biotechnology and Reproduction Laboratory; Institute of Animal Science; Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences; Beijing P.R. China
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- Embryo Biotechnology and Reproduction Laboratory; Institute of Animal Science; Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences; Beijing P.R. China
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- Embryo Biotechnology and Reproduction Laboratory; Institute of Animal Science; Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences; Beijing P.R. China
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- Embryo Biotechnology and Reproduction Laboratory; Institute of Animal Science; Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences; Beijing P.R. China
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- Embryo Biotechnology and Reproduction Laboratory; Institute of Animal Science; Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences; Beijing P.R. China
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- Embryo Biotechnology and Reproduction Laboratory; Institute of Animal Science; Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences; Beijing P.R. China
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- Embryo Biotechnology and Reproduction Laboratory; Institute of Animal Science; Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences; Beijing P.R. China
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Seifi-Jamadi A, Kohram H, Zareh-Shahne A, Dehghanizadeh P, Ahmad E. Effect of various concentrations of butylated hydroxyanisole and butylated hydroxytoluene on freezing capacity of Turkman stallion sperm. Anim Reprod Sci 2016; 170:108-13. [DOI: 10.1016/j.anireprosci.2016.04.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2016] [Revised: 04/14/2016] [Accepted: 04/15/2016] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Trzcińska M, Baryła M. The use of butylated hydroxytoluene in cryopreservation of boar semen. ROCZNIKI NAUKOWE POLSKIEGO TOWARZYSTWA ZOOTECHNICZNEGO 2016. [DOI: 10.5604/01.3001.0013.6966] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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The objective of the study was to determine the effect of butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT) on the quality and fertilizing capacity of frozen-thawed (FT) boar semen. Semen from five boars (36 ejaculates) was resuspended in lactose-egg yolk-glycerol extender supplemented with 0 (control), 1.0 (R1), 1.5 (R2) or 2.0 mM BHT (R3). Sperm quality was assessed based on motility (CASA; TM: total motility; PM: progressive motility), phosphatidylserine (PS) translocation across the plasma membrane (Annexin-V-FLuos Staining Kit) and DNA fragmentation (TUNEL Assay). The FT semen was also used for intrauterine artificial insemination (AI) of synchronized gilts. The fertilizing capacity of the FT semen was assessed on the basis of the gilt insemination rate and the number of morphologically normal embryos. The quality of the preimplantation embryos was determined by observing a TUNEL-positive reaction. The highest percentage of progressive motile and viable spermatozoa was noted in extender R3 (74.8 ±4.4% and 63.7 ±5.8%), as compared with the control (38.3 ±2.8% and 36.1 ±2.6%). The addition of BHT to the extender did not increase early apoptotic changes in the frozen-thawed spermatozoa with respect to the control. Irrespective of the variant of the extender, cryopreservation and thawing did not induce fragmentation in the boar spermatozoa. The highest number of morphologically normal embryos from inseminated gilts was observed in the case of semen cryopreserved in extender supplemented with 1.5 mM BHT. No significant differences were observed in DNA fragmentation in the expanded blastocysts from gilts inseminated with FT semen cryopreserved in the extenders analysed.
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- Monika Trzcińska
- National Research Institute of Animal Production Department of Biotechnology of Animal Reproduction
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- National Research Institute of Animal Production Department of Biotechnology of Animal Reproduction
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Knox RV. The Fertility of Frozen Boar Sperm When used for Artificial Insemination. Reprod Domest Anim 2016; 50 Suppl 2:90-7. [PMID: 26174925 DOI: 10.1111/rda.12552] [Citation(s) in RCA: 48] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2015] [Accepted: 05/10/2015] [Indexed: 01/03/2023]
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One of the limits to practical use of frozen boar sperm involves the lowered fertility when used for artificial insemination. Years of studies have shown that 5-6 billion sperm (approximately 3 billion viable) used in single or multiple inseminations results in pregnancy rates most often between 60 and 70% and with litter sizes between nine and 10 pigs. Yet today, it is not uncommon for studies to report pregnancy rates from 70 to 85% and litter sizes with 11-12 pigs. While global statements about the incidence and reasons for higher fertility are not conclusive, incremental fertility improvements appear independently associated with use of a minimum number of viable sperm (1-2 billion), insemination timing that increases the probability that sperm will be present close to ovulation for groups of females, selection for boar sperm survival following cryopreservation, and modification of the freeze and thaw conditions using additives to protect sperm from oxidative damage. Studies show that techniques such as intrauterine and deep uterine insemination can provide an opportunity to reduce sperm numbers and that control of time of ovulation in groups of females can reduce the need for multiple inseminations and improve the chance for AI close to ovulation. However, optimal and consistent fertility with cryopreserved boar sperm may require a multifaceted approach that includes boar selection and screening, strategic use of additives during the freezing and thawing process, post-thaw evaluation of sperm and adjustments in sperm numbers for AI, assessment of female fertility and ovulation induction for single insemination. These sequenced procedures should be developed and incorporated into a quality control system for improved fertility when using minimal numbers of cryopreserved boar sperm.
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- R V Knox
- University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana, IL, USA
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Yeste M. Recent Advances in Boar Sperm Cryopreservation: State of the Art and Current Perspectives. Reprod Domest Anim 2016; 50 Suppl 2:71-9. [PMID: 26174922 DOI: 10.1111/rda.12569] [Citation(s) in RCA: 77] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2015] [Accepted: 06/05/2015] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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While sperm cryopreservation is the best technology to store boar semen for long-term periods, only 1% of all artificial inseminations (AI) conducted worldwide are made using frozen-thawed boar sperm. With the emergence of long-term extenders for liquid storage, the use of cryopreserved sperm in routine AI is less required. However, banks of boar semen contain cryopreserved sperm and planning inseminations in AI centres may benefit from the use of frozen-thawed semen. Therefore, there is an interest in the use of this technology to preserve boar sperm. In this regard, although the first attempts to cryopreserve boar semen date back to the seventies and this technology is still considered as optimal, some relevant improvements have been made in the last decade. After giving a general picture about boar sperm cryodamage, the present review seeks to shed light on these recent cryopreservation advances. These contributions regard to protein markers for predicting ejaculate freezability, sperm selection prior to start cryopreservation procedures, additives to freezing and thawing extenders, relevance of the AI-technique and insemination-to-ovulation interval. In conclusion, most of these progresses have allowed counteracting better boar sperm cryodamage and are thus considered as forward steps for this storage method. It is also worth noting that, despite being lower than fresh/extended semen, reproductive performance outcomes following AI with frozen-thawed boar sperm are currently acceptable.
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- M Yeste
- Nuffield Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Level 3, Women's Centre, John Radcliffe Hospital, University of Oxford, Headington, Oxford, UK
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Moghbeli M, Kohram H, Zare-Shahaneh A, Zhandi M, Sharideh H, Sharafi M. Effect of sperm concentration on characteristics and fertilization capacity of rooster sperm frozen in the presence of the antioxidants catalase and vitamin E. Theriogenology 2016; 86:1393-1398. [PMID: 27444422 DOI: 10.1016/j.theriogenology.2016.03.038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2016] [Revised: 03/27/2016] [Accepted: 03/27/2016] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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The objective of this study conducted was to determine the influence of different levels of sperm concentration, including catalase (CAT) and vitamin E (VitE) in rooster semen extender on postthawed quality and fertility of rooster semen. Semen was collected twice a week from six roosters (Arian) and diluted according to experimental treatments consisting of sperm suspensions containing different sperm concentrations (200, 400, and 600 × 106 sperm/mL) without antioxidant supplementation as control (Con) groups (Con200, Con400, and Con600, respectively), sperm suspensions containing different sperm concentrations (200, 400, and 600 × 106 sperm/mL) supplemented with 5-μg/mL VitE (VitE200, VitE400, and VitE600, respectively) and different sperm concentrations (200, 400, and 600 × 106 sperm/mL) supplementation with 100 IU/mL CAT (CAT200, CAT400, and CAT600, respectively). After thawing; sperm motility, membrane integrity, and mitochondrial function were assessed. Fertility and hatchability rates were determined by using 100 artificially inseminated hens. The percentage of total motility (TM) and activity of mitochondria decreased (P < 0.05) as the sperm concentration increased in control groups. So, the lowest percentage of the TM and activity of mitochondria were observed in the Con600 as compared with other treatment groups. Extenders containing 100 IU/mL CAT and 5-μg/mL VitE resulted in higher (P < 0.05) TM, progressive motility, membrane integrity, and activity of mitochondria compared with control groups. Adding VitE and CAT in different sperm concentrations, the percentage of TM, membrane integrity, and activity of mitochondria decreased (P < 0.05) as the sperm concentration decreased. The highest (P < 0.05) membrane integrity, TM, and progressive motility were recorded at VitE400 and CAT400. Including VitE and CAT in rooster extender with different level sperm concentrations had no effect (P > 0.05) on fertility and hatchability rates. In conclusion, although adding VitE and CAT in extender with different levels of sperm concentration improved postthawed quality of rooster semen, but adding VitE and CAT in the extender have no effect on fertility rate.
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- Morteza Moghbeli
- Department of Animal Science, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, University of Tehran, Karaj, Iran
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- Department of Animal Science, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, University of Tehran, Karaj, Iran; Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Clinical Sciences, Shahid Chamran University, Ahvaz, Iran.
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- Department of Animal Science, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, University of Tehran, Karaj, Iran.
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- Department of Animal Science, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, University of Tehran, Karaj, Iran
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- Department of Animal Science, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, University of Tehran, Karaj, Iran
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- Faculty of Agriculture, Department of Poultry Sciences, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran
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Li MW, Glass OC, Zarrabi J, Baker LN, Lloyd KCK. Cryorecovery of Mouse Sperm by Different IVF Methods Using MBCD and GSH. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2016; 4. [PMID: 27413624 PMCID: PMC4940049 DOI: 10.4172/2375-4508.1000175] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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Different protocols incorporating methyl-β-cyclodextrin (MBCD) and reduced glutathione (GSH) have been reported to improve IVF recovery of cryopreserved mouse sperm on a C57BL/6 (J and N) genetic background. However, it is not clear which IVF protocol is most appropriate when using the various methods to cryorecover sperm with different sperm quality and sample volumes. Therefore, in the present study we correlated sperm motility with fertilization rate and compared the efficiency of different IVF methods using various sperm samples so as to establish general guidelines for mouse sperm cryorecovery by IVF. High linear correlation between sperm fertilization rate and progressive motility was found, R2 was 0.9623 and 0.9993 for pre-freezing and post-thaw progressive motility, respectively. High amounts of cryoprotective agent (CPA) were observed to impair both sperm capacitation and fertilization. Moreover, the presence of a large number of immotile sperm in the sperm-oocyte co-incubation drop was found to reduce IVF success which could be partially reversed by supplementation using monothioglycerol (MTG) during centrifugation. It was concluded that the efficiency of IVF using cryorecovered mouse sperm in media containing MBCD and GSH can be predicted from sperm progressive motility. High concentrations of CPA and immotile sperm should be mitigated prior to IVF. The optimum IVF method should be selected based on sperm sample volume and sperm parameters.
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- Ming-Wen Li
- Mouse Biology Program, University of California, Davis, CA 95618, United States
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- Mouse Biology Program, University of California, Davis, CA 95618, United States
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- Mouse Biology Program, University of California, Davis, CA 95618, United States
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- Mouse Biology Program, University of California, Davis, CA 95618, United States
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- Mouse Biology Program, University of California, Davis, CA 95618, United States
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Yeste M. Sperm cryopreservation update: Cryodamage, markers, and factors affecting the sperm freezability in pigs. Theriogenology 2015; 85:47-64. [PMID: 26506124 DOI: 10.1016/j.theriogenology.2015.09.047] [Citation(s) in RCA: 215] [Impact Index Per Article: 23.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/26/2015] [Revised: 09/20/2015] [Accepted: 09/22/2015] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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Cryopreservation is the most efficient method for long-term preservation of mammalian sperm. However, freeze-thawing procedures may strongly impair the sperm function and survival and thus decrease the reproductive performance. In addition, the sperm resilience to withstand cryopreservation, also known as freezability, presents a high individual variability. The present work summarizes the principles of cryoinjury and the relevance of permeating and nonpermeating cryoprotective agents. Descriptions about sperm cryodamage are mainly focused on boar sperm, but reference to other mammalian species is also made when relevant. Main cryoinjuries not only regard to sperm motility and membrane integrity, but also to the degradation effect exerted by freeze-thawing on other important components for sperm fertilizing ability, such as mRNAs. After delving into the main differences between good and poor freezability boar ejaculates, those protein markers predicting the sperm ability to sustain cryopreservation are also mentioned. Moreover, factors that may influence sperm freezability, such as season, diet, breed, or ejaculate fractions are discussed, together with the effects of different additives, like seminal plasma and antioxidants. After briefly referring to the effects of long-term sperm preservation in frozen state and the reproductive performance of frozen-thawed boar sperm, this work speculates with new research horizons on the preservation of boar sperm, such as vitrification and freeze-drying.
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- Marc Yeste
- Nuffield Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Oxford, Level 3, Women's Centre, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, UK.
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Anel-López L, Garcia-Alvarez O, Maroto-Morales A, Iniesta-Cuerda M, Ramón M, Soler AJ, Fernández-Santos MR, Garde JJ. Reduced glutathione addition improves both the kinematics and physiological quality of post-thawed red deer sperm. Anim Reprod Sci 2015; 162:73-9. [PMID: 26474690 DOI: 10.1016/j.anireprosci.2015.09.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/06/2015] [Revised: 09/22/2015] [Accepted: 09/25/2015] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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The potential protective effect of reduced glutathione (GSH) and trolox (TRX), an analogue of vitamin E, supplementation during in vitro culture (2h, 39°C) of electroejaculated frozen/thawed red deer sperm was investigated. Cryopreserved sperm were thawed and incubated with no additive (Control) and 1mM or 5mM of each antioxidant to find out whether these supplementations can maintain the sperm quality, considering the use of thawed samples for in vitro techniques such as in vitro fertilisation (IVF), sperm sex sorting or refreezing. The effect of GSH on sperm motility was positive compared to TRX which was negative (P<0.001). After 2h of incubation at 39°C, use of GSH improved motility while TRX supplementation reduced sperm motility compared with Control samples without antioxidant. Use of TRX at both concentrations (1 and 5mM; TRX1 and TRX5) resulted in lesser percentages of apoptotic sperm (12.4±1.1% and 11.7±0.9%) than GSH1, GSH5 (15.2±1% and 14.6±1.1%) and Control samples (16.9±1.2%) (P<0.001). Use of GSH at both concentrations (1 and 5mM) resulted in greater mitochondrial activity as compared with findings for the Control, TRX1 and TRX5 groups. Results of this study indicate that GSH is a suitable supplement for electroejaculated red deer sperm. It would be necessary to conduct fertility trials (in vivo and in vitro), to assess whether GSH supplementation of thawed red deer sperm could improve fertility rates.
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- L Anel-López
- SaBio IREC (CSIC-UCLM-JCCM), Campus Universitario s.n., 02071 Albacete, Spain
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- SaBio IREC (CSIC-UCLM-JCCM), Campus Universitario s.n., 02071 Albacete, Spain
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- SaBio IREC (CSIC-UCLM-JCCM), Campus Universitario s.n., 02071 Albacete, Spain
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- SaBio IREC (CSIC-UCLM-JCCM), Campus Universitario s.n., 02071 Albacete, Spain
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- SaBio IREC (CSIC-UCLM-JCCM), Campus Universitario s.n., 02071 Albacete, Spain
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- SaBio IREC (CSIC-UCLM-JCCM), Campus Universitario s.n., 02071 Albacete, Spain.
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Nohalez A, Martinez C, Gil M, Almiñana C, Roca J, Martinez E, Cuello C. Effects of two combinations of cryoprotectants on the in vitro developmental capacity of vitrified immature porcine oocytes. Theriogenology 2015; 84:545-52. [DOI: 10.1016/j.theriogenology.2015.04.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2015] [Revised: 03/24/2015] [Accepted: 04/11/2015] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Patel A, Saxena A, Swain DK, Yadav D, Yadav SS, Kumar A, Kumar A. Effect of supplementation of butylated hydroxytoluene on post-thaw sperm viability, motility and membrane integrity of Hariana bulls. Vet World 2015; 8:808-12. [PMID: 27065652 PMCID: PMC4825287 DOI: 10.14202/vetworld.2015.808-812] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2015] [Revised: 05/25/2015] [Accepted: 06/01/2015] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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AIM This study was aimed to see the beneficial effect of butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT) as a semen additive of Hariana bull semen. MATERIALS AND METHODS The study was carried out in Hariana bulls. Twenty-four ejaculates from two bulls were used for this study. Each ejaculate was extended with standard glycerolated egg yolk tris extender and supplemented with BHT at two concentrations as 0.5 mM (T1) and 1.0 mM (T2). After dilution, equilibration and 24 h of cryopreservation, the samples were analyzed for progressive motility, sperm viability and membrane integrity. RESULTS Progressive motility, sperm viability and sperm membrane integrity were significantly (p<0.05) increased in the samples fortified with BHT as compared to the control during the process of cryopreservation and thawing. The BHT concentration of 1 mM revealed better results as compared to 0.5 mM. CONCLUSION Addition of 1.0 mM BHT was found better in cryopreservation of Hariana bull semen compared to 0.5 mM BHT and control samples. The addition of BHT has improved the sperm quality by acting as an antioxidant thereby reducing the lipid peroxidation of the sperms.
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- Akhil Patel
- Department of Veterinary Obstetrics & Gynaecology, College of Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry, U.P. Pandit Deendayal Upadhayaya Pashu Chikitsa Vigyan Vishwavidyalaya Evam Go Anusandhan Sansthan, Mathura - 281 001, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Veterinary Obstetrics & Gynaecology, College of Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry, U.P. Pandit Deendayal Upadhayaya Pashu Chikitsa Vigyan Vishwavidyalaya Evam Go Anusandhan Sansthan, Mathura - 281 001, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Veterinary Physiology, College of Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry, U.P. Pandit Deendayal Upadhayaya Pashu Chikitsa Vigyan Vishwavidyalaya Evam Go Anusandhan Sansthan, Mathura - 281 001, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Veterinary Obstetrics & Gynaecology, College of Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry, U.P. Pandit Deendayal Upadhayaya Pashu Chikitsa Vigyan Vishwavidyalaya Evam Go Anusandhan Sansthan, Mathura - 281 001, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Veterinary Obstetrics & Gynaecology, College of Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry, U.P. Pandit Deendayal Upadhayaya Pashu Chikitsa Vigyan Vishwavidyalaya Evam Go Anusandhan Sansthan, Mathura - 281 001, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Veterinary Obstetrics & Gynaecology, College of Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry, U.P. Pandit Deendayal Upadhayaya Pashu Chikitsa Vigyan Vishwavidyalaya Evam Go Anusandhan Sansthan, Mathura - 281 001, Uttar Pradesh, India
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- Department of Veterinary Obstetrics & Gynaecology, College of Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry, U.P. Pandit Deendayal Upadhayaya Pashu Chikitsa Vigyan Vishwavidyalaya Evam Go Anusandhan Sansthan, Mathura - 281 001, Uttar Pradesh, India
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Trzcińska M, Bryła M, Gajda B, Gogol P. Fertility of boar semen cryopreserved in extender supplemented with butylated hydroxytoluene. Theriogenology 2014; 83:307-13. [PMID: 25468554 DOI: 10.1016/j.theriogenology.2014.07.045] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/06/2014] [Revised: 07/25/2014] [Accepted: 07/26/2014] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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The present study was to determine the effect of butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT) on quality and fertilizing ability of frozen-thawed boar semen. In the first experiment, five crossbreds of Polish Landrace and Large White boars (five ejaculates per boar) were frozen in 0.5 mL straws after dilution with lactose-egg yolk-glycerol extender supplemented with 0 (control), 0.5, 1.0, and 2.0 mM BHT. The sperm quality was verified based on the motility (computer-assisted sperm analysis; total motility, %; progressive motility, %), membrane integrity (YO-PRO-1/propidium iodide [PI] assay), acrosome integrity (fluorescein isothiocyanate-conjugated with peanut agglutinin/PI), and lipid peroxidation (chemiluminescence method) at 15 minutes postthaw. In the second experiment, the semen cryopreserved in extender supplemented with 1.0 and 2.0 mM BHT were selected for intrauterine artificial insemination of synchronized gilts. An intrauterine artificial insemination with low numbers of spermatozoa (500 × 10(6)) was surgically infused into each uterine horn. The highest (P < 0.001) progressive motility (%), membrane integrity, and acrosomal integrity were noted by the addition of 1.0 and 2.0 mM BHT to the freezing extender. Moreover, the various concentrations (0.5-2.0 mM) of BHT caused a considerable decrease in lipid peroxidation in relation to the control extender (P < 0.001). The highest reproductive performance of inseminated gilts (farrowing rate, 86.7%; litter size, 10.8 ± 1.6) was observed when semen was cryopreserved in extender supplemented with 1.0 mM BHT. These findings demonstrate that the addition of 1.0 mM BHT to the freezing extender efficiently improves the fertilizing ability of postthaw boar spermatozoa.
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- Monika Trzcińska
- National Research Institute of Animal Production, Department of Animal Reproduction Biotechnology, Balice, Kraków, Poland.
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- National Research Institute of Animal Production, Department of Animal Reproduction Biotechnology, Balice, Kraków, Poland
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- National Research Institute of Animal Production, Department of Animal Reproduction Biotechnology, Balice, Kraków, Poland
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- National Research Institute of Animal Production, Department of Animal Reproduction Biotechnology, Balice, Kraków, Poland
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Öğretmen F, İnanan BE. Effect of butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT) on the cryopreservation of common carp (Cyprinus carpio) spermatozoa. Anim Reprod Sci 2014; 151:269-74. [PMID: 25459081 DOI: 10.1016/j.anireprosci.2014.10.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2014] [Revised: 09/30/2014] [Accepted: 10/09/2014] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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The aim of the present study was to test the effects of butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT) on the cryopreservation of common carp spermatozoa. BHT is widely used in the cryopreservation of the spermatozoa of different animal species and successfully sustains the characteristics of spermatozoa during freezing and thawing, but it has not previously been used with fish. After sampling, common carp spermatozoa were diluted with an extender composed of modified Kurokura's extender, 10% DMSO, and 10% egg yolk containing 0.0001, 0.001, 0.01, 0.1, 1, 2.5, 5, or 10mM BHT and subsequently frozen in liquid nitrogen. The post-thaw spermatozoa characteristics (i.e., progressive motility percentage (%), duration of progressive motility (s), fertilization rate (%), and eyed-eggs rate (%)) were evaluated and compared with those of the control group. There were significant increases in the percentage of progressive motility and the duration of progressive motility at the concentrations of 0.1 and 0.001mM BHT (P<0.05). The duration of post-thawed spermatozoa progressive motility at 0.001mM BHT was significantly greater than that of the other groups (39.6±0.4s, P<0.05), and the fertilization rates and eyed-eggs rates were also higher following the 0.1 and 1mM BHT treatments. BHT at concentrations of more than 1mM caused sperm immobility during the preparatory stages of the sperm freezing. We concluded that 0.001-0.1mM BHT can be beneficial for the cryopreservation of common spermatozoa.
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- F Öğretmen
- Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University, Faculty of Fisheries Department of Aquaculture, 48000 Muğla, Turkey.
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- Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University, Faculty of Science, Department of Biology, 48000 Muğla, Turkey
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Ghorbani M, Amiri I, Khodadadi I, Fattahi A, Atabakhsh M, Tavilani H. Influence of BHT inclusion on post-thaw attributes of human semen. Syst Biol Reprod Med 2014; 61:57-61. [PMID: 25285571 DOI: 10.3109/19396368.2014.968267] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [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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The aim of this study was to determine the effect of butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT) supplemented cryopreservation medium on sperm parameters during the freeze-thaw process. In addition, sperm lipid peroxidation, DNA damage, and the amount of reactive oxygen species (ROS) were determined. Semen samples were obtained from 75 donors. Fifteen semen samples were used for optimizing BHT concentration and incubation time and 60 samples were used for the final experiments. After the determination of basic parameters, groups of three sample with similar parameters were pooled and processed by Pure Sperm gradient centrifugation. The semen samples were then diluted with normal freezing medium (control) or a medium containing 0.5 mM BHT (test) for 5 minute and stored in liquid nitrogen. Frozen cryovials were thawed individually for 20 seconds in a water bath (37°C) for evaluation. Freezing extenders supplemented with 0.5 mM BHT led to higher sperm motility and viability compared with control samples (p < 0.001). Furthermore, the addition of BHT decreased malondialdehyde (MDA) formation, DNA fragmentation, and ROS content compared with controls (p < 0.001). Our results showed that the addition of BHT to the freezing medium could be of advantage in reducing ROS and preventing the detrimental effect of ROS on the human sperm function.
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Luño V, Gil L, Olaciregui M, González N, Jerez RA, de Blas I. Rosmarinic acid improves function and in vitro fertilising ability of boar sperm after cryopreservation. Cryobiology 2014; 69:157-62. [PMID: 25019219 DOI: 10.1016/j.cryobiol.2014.07.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2014] [Revised: 07/05/2014] [Accepted: 07/07/2014] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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During cryopreservation, oxidative stress exerts physical and chemical changes on sperm functionality. In the present study we investigated the antioxidant effect of rosmarinic acid (RA) on quality and fertilising ability of frozen-thawed boar spermatozoa. Ejaculates collected from mature boar were cryopreserved in lactose-egg yolk buffer supplemented with different concentrations of RA (0 μM, 26.25 μM, 52.5 μM and 105 μM). Motion parameters, acrosome and plasma membrane integrity, lipoperoxidation levels, DNA oxidative damage (8-hydroxy-2-deoxyguanosine base lesion) and in vitro fertilisation ability were evaluated. Total and progressive motility were significantly higher in experimental extenders with RA than in the control (P<0.05) at 0 and 120 min post-thawing. The plasma and acrosomal membrane integrity were improved by supplementation with 105 μMRA (P<0.05). Negative correlation between RA and malondialdehyde (MDA) concentration were determined (P<0.05). After thawing, the percentage of spermatozoa with oxidised DNA did not differ between extenders, however, at 120 and 240 min post-thawing, the samples supplemented with 105 μMRA showed the lowest DNA oxidation rate (P<0.05). The penetration rate was significantly higher on spermatozoa cryopreserved with 105 μMRA (P<0.05). The results suggest that RA provides a protection for boar spermatozoa against oxidative stress during cryopreservation by their antioxidant properties.
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- Victoria Luño
- Department of Animal Pathology, Reproduction and Obstetrics Area, Veterinary Faculty, Universidad de Zaragoza, Spain.
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- Department of Animal Pathology, Reproduction and Obstetrics Area, Veterinary Faculty, Universidad de Zaragoza, Spain
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- Department of Animal Pathology, Reproduction and Obstetrics Area, Veterinary Faculty, Universidad de Zaragoza, Spain
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- Department of Animal Pathology, Reproduction and Obstetrics Area, Veterinary Faculty, Universidad de Zaragoza, Spain
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- Department of Animal Pathology, Reproduction and Obstetrics Area, Veterinary Faculty, Universidad de Zaragoza, Spain
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- Department of Animal Pathology, Infectious Diseases Area, Veterinary Faculty, Universidad de Zaragoza, Spain
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Sperm characteristics and heterologous in vitro fertilisation capacity of Iberian ibex (Capra pyrenaica) epididymal sperm, frozen in the presence of the enzymatic antioxidant catalase. Cryobiology 2014; 68:389-94. [PMID: 24699464 DOI: 10.1016/j.cryobiol.2014.03.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2013] [Revised: 02/03/2014] [Accepted: 03/19/2014] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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The aim of this work was to evaluate the protective effect of catalase (CAT) on frozen/thawed ibex epididymal sperm recovered post mortem, and to detect any harmful effect this might have on sperm fertilisation capacity. Epididymal spermatozoa were diluted using a Tris-citric acid-glucose medium (TCG) composed of 3.8% Tris (w/v), 2.2% citric acid (w/v), 0.6% glucose (w/v), 5% glycerol (v/v), and 6% egg yolk (v/v). Sperm masses from the right epididymis were diluted with TCG medium, while those from the left were diluted with TCG medium supplemented with 200IU/mL CAT. Heterologous in vitro fertilisation (IVF) was used to assess the fertilisation capacity of this sperm. The addition of CAT to the extender did not improve frozen/thawed sperm variables. Moreover, a reduced fertilisation capacity was detected: sperm diluted with TCG provided 25.5% 2PN zygotes, while just 13.2% was recorded for that diluted with TCG-CAT (P<0.01). The percentage of cleaved embryos at 48hpi was higher (P<0.01) with the TCG sperm than with the TCG-CAT sperm (16.7% vs. 7.6%). The use of 200IU/mL CAT as an additive cannot, therefore, be recommended for the preservation of ibex epididymal sperm. Other antioxidants should, however, be tested in both this and related wild mountain ungulates.
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Merino O, Aguagüiña WE, Esponda P, Risopatrón J, Isachenko E, Isachenko V, Sánchez R. Protective effect of butylated hydroxytoluene on sperm function in human spermatozoa cryopreserved by vitrification technique. Andrologia 2014; 47:186-93. [DOI: 10.1111/and.12246] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/29/2013] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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- O. Merino
- BIOREN-CEBIOR; Universidad de La Frontera; Temuco Chile
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- BIOREN-CEBIOR; Universidad de La Frontera; Temuco Chile
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- BIOREN-CEBIOR; Universidad de La Frontera; Temuco Chile
- Department of Basic Sciences; Faculty of Medicine; Universidad de La Frontera; Temuco Chile
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- Departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology; University of Cologne; Cologne Germany
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- Departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology; University of Cologne; Cologne Germany
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- BIOREN-CEBIOR; Universidad de La Frontera; Temuco Chile
- Department of Preclinical Sciences; Faculty of Medicine; Universidad de La Frontera; Temuco Chile
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Antioxidative effects of melatonin on kinetics, microscopic and oxidative parameters of cryopreserved bull spermatozoa. Anim Reprod Sci 2013; 139:25-30. [DOI: 10.1016/j.anireprosci.2013.03.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 85] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2012] [Revised: 03/28/2013] [Accepted: 03/29/2013] [Indexed: 01/24/2023]
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Naijian HR, Kohram H, Shahneh AZ, Sharafi M, Bucak MN. Effects of different concentrations of BHT on microscopic and oxidative parameters of Mahabadi goat semen following the freeze-thaw process. Cryobiology 2013; 66:151-5. [PMID: 23313785 DOI: 10.1016/j.cryobiol.2012.12.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2012] [Revised: 12/26/2012] [Accepted: 12/28/2012] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Oxidative damage to sperm is one of the main causes for decline in motility and fertility of frozen-thawed sperm. Thus, it is crucial to use cryoprotectant agents in extender in order to prevent lethal intracellular ice crystal formation. The present study aims to evaluate the effects of different concentrations of the antioxidant butylated hyroxytoluene (BHT) on sperm parameters post-thaw. Semen was diluted into five equal aliquots of extender containing different concentrations of BHT (0, 0.5, 1, 2 and 4mM), aspirated into 0.25 mL straws, and equilibrated at 5°C for 2h. After equilibration, straws were frozen in liquid nitrogen vapor and plunged into liquid nitrogen for storage. Sperm parameters, including motility and progressive motility, viability, membrane integrity, acrosome integrity and capacitation status, were assessed. Malondialdehiyde (MDA) and glutathione peroxidase (GSH-PX) activity were also evaluated after freezing-thawing. Results of this experiment show that addition of 1mM of BHT to the extender for freezing of goat semen can improve motility, progressive motility and viability (P<0.05) and reduce the MDA level (P<0.01). HOST (hypo-osmotic swelling test), acrosome integrity, capacitation status and GSH-PX were not affected by the concentrations of BHT (P>0.05). Therefore, we conclude that the optimum concentration of BHT for cryopreservation of goat semen is 1mM.
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- Hamid Reza Naijian
- Department of Animal Science, Faculty College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, University of Tehran, Karaj, Iran
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Gil M, Gomis J, Angel M, Sanchez-Osorio J, Maside C, Cuello C, Parrilla I, Roca J, Vazquez J, Martinez E. The in vitro and in vivo developmental capacity of selected porcine monospermic zygotes. Theriogenology 2013; 79:392-8. [DOI: 10.1016/j.theriogenology.2012.10.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2012] [Revised: 09/14/2012] [Accepted: 10/16/2012] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Effect of MEM vitamins and forskolin on embryo development and vitrification tolerance of in vitro-produced pig embryos. Anim Reprod Sci 2013; 136:296-302. [DOI: 10.1016/j.anireprosci.2012.11.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2012] [Revised: 10/30/2012] [Accepted: 11/02/2012] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Guthrie H, Welch G. Effects of reactive oxygen species on sperm function. Theriogenology 2012; 78:1700-8. [DOI: 10.1016/j.theriogenology.2012.05.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 156] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2012] [Revised: 04/18/2012] [Accepted: 04/20/2012] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Gil MA, Maside C, Cuello C, Parrilla I, Vazquez JM, Roca J, Martinez EA. Effects of Hoechst 33342 staining and ultraviolet irradiation on mitochondrial distribution and DNA copy number in porcine oocytes and preimplantation embryos. Mol Reprod Dev 2012; 79:651-63. [DOI: 10.1002/mrd.22071] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/03/2012] [Accepted: 06/28/2012] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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Gómez-Fernández J, Gómez-Izquierdo E, Tomás C, Mocé E, de Mercado E. Effect of different monosaccharides and disaccharides on boar sperm quality after cryopreservation. Anim Reprod Sci 2012; 133:109-16. [PMID: 22771077 DOI: 10.1016/j.anireprosci.2012.06.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/22/2011] [Revised: 03/14/2012] [Accepted: 06/15/2012] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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The aim of the present study was to evaluate the cryoprotectant effect of different non-permeating sugars for boar sperm. Pooled semen from three boars was used for the experiments. In the first experiment, the sperm quality of boar sperm cryopreserved with an egg-yolk based extender supplemented with different monosaccharides (glucose, galactose or fructose) was compared to a control cryopreserved in lactose-egg yolk extender. In the second experiment, the effect of five disaccharides (lactose, sucrose, lactulose, trehalose or melibiose) on boar sperm cryosurvival was studied. Several sperm quality parameters were assessed by flow cytometry in samples incubated for 30 and 150 min at 37°C after thawing: percentages of sperm with intact plasma membrane (SIPM), sperm presenting high plasma membrane fluidity (HPMF), sperm with intracellular reactive oxygen substances production (IROSP) and apoptotic sperm (AS). In addition, the percentages of total motile (TMS) and progressively motile sperm (PMS) were assessed at the same incubation times with a computer-assisted sperm analysis system. Freezing extenders supplemented with each of the monosaccharide presented smaller cryoprotective effect than the control extender supplemented with lactose (P<0.05). However, from the three monosaccharides tested, glucose provided the best sperm quality after freezing-thawing. With respect to the disaccharides studied, samples frozen with the extender supplemented with lactulose exhibited in general the lowest sperm quality, except for the percentage of capacitated sperm, which was highest (P<0.05) in the samples cryopreserved with the trehalose extender. Our results suggest that disaccharides have higher cryoprotective effect than monosaccharides, although the monosaccharide composition of the disaccharides is also important, since the best results were obtained with those disaccharides presenting glucose in their composition.
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- José Gómez-Fernández
- Centro de Pruebas de Porcino, Área de Investigación Ganadera, Subdirección de Investigación y Tecnología, Instituto Tecnológico Agrario, Consejería de Agricultura y Ganadería, Junta de Castilla y León, Hontalbilla, Segovia, Spain
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