Reproduction QUIZ

Question 1

Name the abnormality demonstrated by this bull sperm.
1. detached head
2. coiled tail
3. cytoplasmic droplet
4. bent tail

Answer 1

2. coiled tail

Question 2

What is the classification of the canine vaginal cells inside the oval?
1. lymphocytes
2. parabasal cells
3. intermediate cells (non-cornified squamous cells)
4. cornified squamous cells

Answer 2

2. parabasal cells

Question 2

Describe the cytology hallmarks (features) of vaginal cytology during estrus in the dog.

Answer 2

No PMNs and greater than 85% cornification of epithelial cells

Question 3

Describe the cytology hallmarks of vaginal cytology during diestrus in the dog.

Answer 3

it is the day that the cornified cells go from 100% to 50% and a possible increase in PMNs

Question 4

In addition to vaginal cytology, name one other test that can be used to determine the stage of the estrous cycle in the dog

Answer 4

• progesterone testing
• LH ?

Question 5

Name two tests that can be done to evaluate the breeding soundness of a male dog.

Answer 5

1. sperm motility & morphology
2. semen volume