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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Main Authors: Amdani, S, Yeste, M, Jones, C, Coward, K
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: Society for the Study of Reproduction 2015