Embryo transfer
Embryo Transfer involves the recovery of embryos, usually from an elite female (donor) and the subsequent transfer to recipient females. The recovery of embryos includes the induction of multiple ovulation by hormonal treatment.
Embryo Transfer is used to disseminate desirable genes from superior female animals from various species (horses, cattle, sheep, goats, and pigs).
Main advantages Embryo Transfer:
The main disadvantage is the high cost of the technique.
Embryo Transfer is used to disseminate desirable genes from superior female animals from various species (horses, cattle, sheep, goats, and pigs).
Main advantages Embryo Transfer:
- increase in the number of offspring per female
- easier and more rapid exchange of genetic material between countries
- less transport of live animals, thereby reducing risks of disease transmission
- storage and expansion of rare genetic stock.
The main disadvantage is the high cost of the technique.