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In vitro production of porcine embryos: current status, future perspectives and alternative applications
20 Apr 2011
Abstract excerpt
The pig is considered to be a suitable source of cells and organs for xenotransplants, as well as a transgenic animal to produce specific proteins, given the biological similarities it shares with human beings. However, the in vitro embryo production system in pigs is inefficient compared with those in other mammals, such as cattle or mice. Although numerous modifications have been applied to improve the...
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