Table 2.
Summary table of oocyte collection results in young and old mice in study groups comparing unstimulated, PMSG-stimulated and AIS-stimulated females
| Oocyte characteristics | Unstimulated | PMSG | AIS | p value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Females (n) | 4 | 4 | 4 | |
| Young oocytes (n) | 121 | 218 | 268 | |
| Females (n) | 5 | 4 | 4 | |
| Old oocytes (n) | 108 | 152 | 166 | |
| Total number of oocytes | 229* | 314* | 434* | < 0.0001 |
Young: female mice 5–8 weeks old. Old: female mice 42–45 weeks old. PMSG pregnant mare serum gonadotropin, AIS anti-inhibin serum
*Statistically significant differences. N/A not applicable statistical testing