Expression of miR-138 in cryopreserved bovine sperm is related to their fertility potential.
Albert Salas-HuetosJordi Ribas-MaynouYentel Mateo-OteroCarolina TamargoMarc LlavaneraMarc YestePublished in: Journal of animal science and biotechnology (2023)
In conclusion, although functional validation studies are required to confirm these results, this study suggests that sperm bta-miR-138 is involved in fertilization events and beyond, and supports its use as a fertility biomarker in cattle.