Effect of 30 kDa and above buffalo follicular fluid protein treatment and immunization on ovarian functions in goats (Capra hircus).

Information on the use of buffalo follicular fluid (buFF) in modulation of ovarian functions in farm animals is scanty compared to other species. This is an attempt to investigate the effect of direct administration and active immunization of 30 kDa and above buFF proteins on ovarian functions in goats. Treatment of goats (n = 6) with steroid free 30 kDa and above buFF protein fraction during late-luteal phase for 4 days (days 12 or 13 to days 15 or 16) of the natural cycle, delayed the onset of estrus by 24 h compared to control although the mean duration of estrus was unaffected.