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Cumulus cell gene expression following the LH surge in bovine preovulatory follicles: potential early markers of oocyte competence
19 Aug 2010
Abstract excerpt
Cumulus cells (CCs) are essential for oocytes to reach full development competency and become fertilized. Many major functional properties of CCs are triggered by gonadotropins and governed by the oocyte. Consequently, cumulus may reflect oocyte quality and is often used for oocyte selection. The most visible function of CCs is their ability for rapid extracellular matrix expansion after the LH surge. Although...
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