Sperm Factors and Oocyte Activation: Current Controversies and Considerations.
The beginning of embryogenesis is preceded by a sequence of events mediated by the release of intracellular calcium in the ooplasm, a multifaceted process known as oocyte activation. It is now well established that a sperm protein factor introduced into the oocyte at the time of gamete fusion is res...
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Format: | Journal article |
Language: | English |
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Society for the Study of Reproduction
2015
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