Potential contribution of cryopreserved germ plasm to the preservation of genetic diversity and conservation of endangered species in captivity.

doi:10.1016/0011-2240(92)90003-k

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Potential contribution of cryopreserved germ plasm to the preservation of genetic diversity and conservation of endangered species in captivity.

Cryobiology - 1 Feb 1992

Ballou J D

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Demographic and genetic objectives of captive propagation programs for endangered species focus on establishing demographically secure populations that maintain adequate levels of genetic diversity. Long-term storage and utilization of cryopreserved germ plasm could extend the population's genera...

Topics

Animals
Animals, Wild
Animals, Zoo
Cryopreservation
Female
Genetic Variation
Genetics, Population
Germ Cells
Male
Population Dynamics

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