Follicular atresia and LH concentrations during the follicular phase of the estrous cycle in the goat (Capra hircus).

The objective of the study was to identify the effects of LH on the final follicle maturation process as well as the incidence of atresia during the follicular phase of the goat's estrous cycle. In Experiment 1, concentrations of the LH were measured during the follicular phase of a synchronized cycle in 8 Canary goats. In Experiment 2, the same animals were synchronized again.