Cell-specific expression and regulation of soluble guanylyl cyclase alpha 1 and beta 1 subunits in the rat ovary.

Soluble guanylyl cyclase (sGC) is activated by nitric oxide (NO) and carbon monoxide, resulting in cGMP production. Recent studies indicate that NO and cGMP influence ovarian functions. However, little information is available regarding the ovarian expression of sGC.