Small RNA-seq and hormones in the testes of dwarf hamsters (Cricetulus barabensis) reveal the potential pathways in photoperiod regulated reproduction.

ABSTRACT: Photoperiod regulates the functions and development of gonadal organs of seasonally breeding animals, resulting in breeding peaks in specific seasons. miRNA plays an important role in the regulation of testicular physiological functions. However, the relationship between photoperiods and miRNA levels in testes has yet to be conclusively determined. We investigated testicular miRNA of striped dwarf hamster (Cricetulus barabensis) responses to different photoperiods (long daylength [LD], moderate daylength [MD], and short daylength [SD]) and the potential pathways involved in photoperiod regulated reproduction. Testicular weights and reproductive hormone levels were measured in each of photoperiod treatments after 30 days. The concentrations of testosterone (T) and dihydrogen testoste

SUBMITTER: Wang S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10151367 | biostudies-literature | 2023 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature