Publications by authors named "Rafaela Sayuri Cicalise Takeshita"
Article Synopsis
- This study examines the reproductive anatomy of adult female owl monkeys (Aotus) by analyzing their tubular genital organs, focusing on 41 individuals with varying reproductive histories.
- Findings indicate that females with developing embryos have more active endometrial glands, and changes in vaginal tissue could be used to assess their reproductive cycles.
- The research highlights how reproductive status and the number of births affect the structure of these organs, which could inform reproductive biotechnologies and management strategies for the species.
Gen Comp Endocrinol
September 2013
Article Synopsis
- Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) and its sulfate (DHEAS) are key steroid hormones, with DHEAS serving as a potential marker for aging in primates due to its decline over time.
- This study focused on Japanese macaques, examining fecal DHEAS levels across different ages and seasons to understand age-related hormonal changes.
- Results showed a negative correlation between DHEAS concentration and age, with neonatal macaques exhibiting the highest levels, potentially aiding in their neurobiological development.
Article Synopsis
- This study investigated the anatomy and biochemical makeup of owl monkey kidneys to establish normal reference values for the species.
- It involved 69 owl monkeys divided into age groups, revealing significant differences in body mass, serum creatinine (SCr), and blood urea nitrogen (BUN) levels based on age and sex.
- The findings highlight the importance of considering age and sex when analyzing kidney function tests in owl monkeys, while providing baseline ultrasonographic data for their kidney morphology.
