Nitric Oxide and Luteal Blood Flow in the Luteolytic Cascade in the Cow
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The corpus luteum (CL) of the estrous cycle in the cow is a dynamic organ which has a lifespan of approximately 17-18 days. The main function of the CL is to produce progesterone (P) that requires for achievement and maintenance of pregnancy. If pregnancy does not occur successfully, the CL must regress within a few days to induce the next chance of ovulation. As the CL matures, the steroidogenic cells establish contact with many capillary vessels, consequently the CL is composed of a large number of vascular endothelial cells that can account for up to 50% of all cells. Therefore, blood vessels and blood flow within the CL have an essential role in luteal function. Nitric oxide (NO), a strong vasorelaxant, is now known to play key roles in a variety of physiological process. Indeed, NO has established itself as a polyvalent molecule which plays a decisive role in regulating multiple functions within female reproductive system. In the CL, NO is produced and regulates luteal blood flow, P secretion and apoptosis of luteal cells as well as endothelial cells. This review describes the current investigation for possible roles of NO in the luteolytic cascade within the bovine CL.
- 2010-02-01
著者
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Shirasuna Koumei
Graduate School Of Animal And Food Hygiene Obihiro Univ. Of Agriculture And Veterinary Medicine
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Shirasuna Koumei
Graduate School Of Animal And Food Hygiene Obihiro University Of Agriculture And Veterinary Medicine
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