AAVSB Reproductive Medicine and Theriogenology 3

Question 1

When performing artificial insemination (AI) in cattle using the recto-vaginal technique, semen should be deposited at which anatomical site?

Accepted Answer

Body of the uterus

Answer

Vaginal fornix

Answer

External cervical os

Answer

Tip of the uterine horn

Question 2

What is the recommended storage temperature for extended chilled equine semen during transport?

Accepted Answer

4–5°C

Answer

15–20°C

Answer

37°C

Answer

-196°C

Question 3

According to Society for Theriogenology (SFT) breeding soundness evaluation standards, what is the minimum percentage of morphologically normal sperm required for a bull to receive a 'satisfactory' classification?

Accepted Answer

70%

Answer

50%

Answer

60%

Answer

80%

Question 4

Which synchronization protocol for timed AI in cattle uses two injections of GnRH separated by a PGF2α injection?

Accepted Answer

Ovsynch

Answer

Select Synch

Answer

MGA-PGF protocol

Answer

CIDR-Select protocol

Question 5

In which domestic species is commercial embryo transfer (ET) most widely practiced, with tens of thousands of procedures performed annually?

Accepted Answer

Cattle

Answer

Swine

Answer

Dogs

Answer

Sheep

Question 6

A breeding soundness evaluation (BSE) in bulls includes assessment of which three major categories?

Accepted Answer

Physical examination, scrotal circumference, and semen quality

Answer

Libido, nutrition, and parasite load

Answer

Genetic testing, foot health, and body condition score

Answer

Pedigree, age, and rectal palpation of accessory glands

Question 7

Which diagnostic procedure is most appropriate to identify subclinical endometritis in a mare prior to breeding?

Accepted Answer

Uterine cytology and microbiological culture via guarded swab

Answer

Rectal palpation of the uterus

Answer

Serum progesterone assay

Answer

Karyotyping for chromosomal abnormalities