AI as easy as it looks Flashcards

1
Q

4 Reasons why producers use AI

A
  1. Genetic diversity/improvement
  2. Biosecurity
  3. Cheaper/Higher profit
  4. Synchronization
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2
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3 areas of an AI stud

A
  1. Lab
  2. Collection Area
  3. Boar Accommodations
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3
Q

AI boars should not be used for _____ service.

A

Natural

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4
Q

When boars are housed in crates, pens are needed for _____ boars or boars that need _____.

A

Sick or injured; special attention (size, etc.)

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5
Q

Semen must be collected in a _____ container.

A

Clean, dry insulated

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6
Q

What types of gloves should be worn to collect boars?

A

Non-latex

(Latex kills sperm)

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7
Q

Fractions of a collection

A
  • Gel
  • Sperm-rich (milky liquid)
  • Clear-seminal plasma
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8
Q

Semen extenders are responsible for (4)…

A
  1. Providing nutrients
  2. Extending use of the male
  3. Prohibit anti-microbial growth
  4. Buffer (to deal with female tract)
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9
Q

Extended semen should be stored at _____.

A

60-64º F

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10
Q

How frequently should extended semen be rotated?

A

Once or twice daily

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11
Q

AI catheters should be rotated _____.

A

Counterclockwise

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12
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4 Ways to stimulate a sow during AI

A
  1. Back pressure
  2. Boar in sight
  3. Boar sounds
  4. Massage their flanks
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13
Q

Leaving catheters in the cervix after completion may help to _____ the sow.

A

Stimulate

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