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Reptile Reproduction - Anatomy & Physiology (view source)
Revision as of 14:31, 23 July 2008
, 14:31, 23 July 2008→2. Vitellogenic
==== 2. Vitellogenic ====
==== 2. Vitellogenic ====
* Phase of rapid hypertrophy of the ovaries and oviduct.
* Under the influence of oestrogen, yolk is produced by the liver and transported via the blood to the ovary.
* Largest follicles mature first and become heavily filled with yolk.
* Increased oestrogen activity mobilizes calcium from the bone into the bloodstream.
* Increase in serum calcium concentration is concomitant with serum lipid being drawn into fat bodies.
==== 3. Gravidity/Pregnancy ====
==== 3. Gravidity/Pregnancy ====