Ovulation, Luteinization, Luteolysis

Question 1

What’s an induced ovulator?

Answer 1

Those who require stimulation of the vagina/cervix for ovulation to occur

rabbits, minks, ferrets, giant fruit bats, cats,
13-lined ground squirrel, Sumatran rhinos

Question 2

How long after an LH surge does a bitch ovulate?

Answer 2

2-3 days

Question 3

T or F:
Most species ovulate the primary​ oocyte, but canids ovulate secondary oocytes.

Answer 3

False; other way around

Question 4

What are the 3 main events of the luteal phase?

Answer 4

1. Luteinization of follicular cells—> luteal cells
2. Growth/development of CL—> production of P4
3. Luteolysis

Question 5

What are granulosa & thecal cells’ role in preparing for ovulation (pre-ovulatory follicle)?

Answer 5

Once the LH surge occurs, G&T cells switch from making E2–>P4