A transitional ovary
Keywords: transition, equine, mare, ovary, follicles
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The cut surface of a transitional ovary in a mare. The ovary has been submerged in water to clarify structures. Note the number of medium sized follicles and the absence of any luteal tissue, collectively showing that this ovary is from a mare that is in transition.
The cut surface of a transitional ovary in a mare. The ovary has been submerged in water to clarify structures. Note the number of medium sized follicles and the absence of any luteal tissue, collectively showing that this ovary is from a mare that is in transition.
Transition is that period of time (often several weeks or even months in duration) between seasonal anestrus and the onset of ovulations. Mares show estrous behavior during transition but are infertile.
