Improving the efficiency of insemination with sex-sorted spermatozoa

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The sorting of X- and Y-chromosome-bearing spermatozoa by flow cytometry is nowadays one of the most apt assisted-reproduction technologies in livestock production. Potential economic and biological benefits, as well as those related to easier management of herds, have been reported arising out of the application of this technique, especially in cattle. Yet, the sex-sorting procedure induces damage to spermatozoa, affecting their function and fertilizing ability. Different species present varying degrees of susceptibility to damage from the sorting process and each has its own requirements for sex-sorted insemination procedures. Thus, several new protocols and strategies have been designed for the handling of sorted spermatozoa, with the main objective of optimizing their fertilizing ability and the consequent application of flow-cytometric sex-sorting technology. This article reviews current advances in this technology, pointing out the components to be improved before this technology may be widely applied in different domestic species. © 2008 The Authors.

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Vazquez, J. M., Parrilla, I., Gil, M. A., Cuello, C., Caballero, I., Vazquez, J. L., … Martínez, E. A. (2008, October). Improving the efficiency of insemination with sex-sorted spermatozoa. Reproduction in Domestic Animals. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1439-0531.2008.01251.x

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