Global Methylation and Protamine Deficiency in Ram Spermatozoa Correlate with Sperm Production and Quality but Are Not Influenced by Melatonin or Season

This study assessed whether the seasonal effects of melatonin that upregulate ram reproductive function alter sperm global methylation or protamine deficiency and whether these parameters corresponded to ram endocrinology, semen production and quality. Ejaculates were assessed from rams that receive...

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Main Authors: Kelsey R. Pool, Jessica P. Rickard, Simon P. de Graaf
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-12-01
Series:Animals
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/10/12/2302