Assisted Reproductive Technologies

A detailed illustration of various farm animals undergoing artificial insemination and embryo transfer, showcasing the techniques and technology involved in assisted reproductive technologies in agriculture.

Mastering Assisted Reproductive Technologies

Test your knowledge on Assisted Reproductive Technologies with this engaging quiz designed for both enthusiasts and professionals in the field. Whether you're a farming expert or just curious about the science behind artificial insemination and embryo transfer, this quiz is tailored for you!

Explore key concepts in animal reproduction.
Assess your understanding of artificial insemination and embryo quality.
Challenge yourself with multiple-choice questions and more.

14 Questions4 MinutesCreated by InseminatingFrog521

_____________ were the first species artificially inseminated.

Rabbits

Cattle

Dogs

Sheep

Which of the following is considered an advantage of using artificial insemination?

Genetic improvement of livestock

Disease control

Decrease in danger of having a male around the farm

All choices are advantages

Semen quality in species such as swine and horses is often poorer than that of cattle.

True

False

Cattle should be artificially inseminated 36 hours after first seen estrus.

True

False

What temperature should a liquid nitrogen tank keep semen at?

270 degrees F

-320 degrees F

-103 degrees F

98 degrees F

When artificially inseminating cattle, where should semen be deposited in the reproductive tract?

In the uterine horn

The vagina

Inside the cervix

Just outside the cervix, in the uterine body

The first human embryo transfer was conducted in 2008.

True

False

Typically, 25% of embryo donors will not respond to superovulation.

True

False

Brahman-based cattle breeds respond well to superovulation.

True

False

Embryo production is usually reduced in hot weather due to reduced overall fertility.

True

False

Embryos are evaluated based on _____________.

Genetic quality of the donor

Morphological quality

Skill level of the technician

Stage of development

Embryos of quality grade 1 (excellent) have the best pregnancy rates.

True

False

Under good conditions, embryo transfer pregnancy rates should be in the range of _____________% .

30 - 40

70 - 80

40 - 50

50 - 60

Pregnancy rates of frozen-thawed embryos normally are 10 or 15% lower, depending on if embryos are culled after thawing.

True

False

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