Using Vaginal Cytology to Confirm Estrus in Swine - Pilot Study

Academic Level at Time of Presentation

Senior

Major

Pre-Veterinary Medicine

Minor

Chemistry

List all Project Mentors & Advisor(s)

Brittany Kirby DVM; Dr. Tara Joiner, Ed.D., LVT; Dr. Alyx Shultz Ed.D.

Presentation Format

Oral Presentation

Abstract/Description

This study aims to determine whether there is a correlation between cellular changes observed in vaginal cytology and the physical signs of estrus in swine. Vaginal cytology is a technique commonly used in dogs, cats, and rodents, and if proven effective in swine, it could serve as a practical tool for producers to confirm estrus status and improve reproductive management.

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Using Vaginal Cytology to Confirm Estrus in Swine - Pilot Study

This study aims to determine whether there is a correlation between cellular changes observed in vaginal cytology and the physical signs of estrus in swine. Vaginal cytology is a technique commonly used in dogs, cats, and rodents, and if proven effective in swine, it could serve as a practical tool for producers to confirm estrus status and improve reproductive management.