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ArticleMethods in molecular biology (Clifton, N.J.)2026

Oocyte and Embryo Vitrification in Horses.

Daniel Angel-Velez, Elisa Serrano-Revuelta, Ann Van Soom, Katrien Smits

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Article in Methods in molecular biology (Clifton, N.J.), 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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Daniel Angel-VelezDepartment of Internal Medicine, Reproduction and Population Medicine, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ghent University, Merelbeke, Belgium.
Elisa Serrano-RevueltaDepartment of Internal Medicine, Reproduction and Population Medicine, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ghent University, Merelbeke, Belgium.
Ann Van SoomDepartment of Internal Medicine, Reproduction and Population Medicine, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ghent University, Merelbeke, Belgium.
Katrien SmitsDepartment of Internal Medicine, Reproduction and Population Medicine, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ghent University, Merelbeke, Belgium. Katrien.Smits@UGent.be.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Vitrification has emerged as a decisive technique in assisted reproductive technology, offering superior cryopreservation outcomes for both oocytes and embryos compared with traditional slow freezing. This chapter provides a comprehensive overview of the vitrification of equine oocytes and embryos, emphasizing the influence of technical factors, including cryoprotectant selection, exposure time, temperature control, and device volume, on vitrification outcomes. Biological factors such as the oocyte maturation stage, the presence of cumulus cells, and embryo size are also explored, highlighting species-specific responses to cryodamage. Detailed protocols for oocyte and embryo vitrification and warming are presented, including media preparation, handling conditions, and critical timing steps. Additionally, storage logistics, labeling strategies, and cryo-room design to prevent sample mix-ups and ensure regulatory compliance are discussed.

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CryopreservationEmbryo, MammalianOocytesVitrificationAnimalsCryoprotective AgentsFemaleHorsesCryoprotective AgentsAssisted reproductionCryopreservationEmbryosFertility preservationHorseOocytesVitrification

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