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Alp 2308: Theriogenology Question Paper

Alp 2308: Theriogenology

Course:Bachelor Of Science In Animal Health Production And Animal Processing

Institution: Jomo Kenyatta University Of Agriculture And Technology question papers

Exam Year:2012

JOMO KENYATTA UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE AND TECHNOLOGY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS 2012/2013
EXAMINATION FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ANIMAL HEALTH PRODUCTION AND PROCESSING
ALP 2308: THERIOGENOLOGY
DATE: AUGUST 2012 TIME: 2 HOURS
INSTRUCTIONS: ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS IN SECTION A AND ANY TWO IN SECTION B

SECTION A – 30 MARKS

1. List the functions of each of the following reproductive hormones in the male and female.
a. Follice-stimulating hormone
b. Luteinizing hormone
c. Testosterone
d. Prolactin [6 marks]
2. Define the various types of placenta under each category of classification. [6 marks]
3. Discuss pregnancy diagnosis in the cow and the various ways of confirming it. [6 marks]
4. a. What re the indications for induction of parturition? [4 marks]
b. List the hormones that are used for induction of parturition. [2 marks]
5. What are the advantages of artificial insemination? [6 marks]
SECTION B – 40 MARKS – ANSWER ANY TWO QUESTIONS
6. Discuss causes, diagnosis and treatment of the following conditions causing infertility in the cow;
a. True anoestrus [10 marks]
b. Suboestrus [10 marks]

7. Discuss comprehensively the four main areas of activity taking place during puerperium.
[20 marks]
8. Discuss the meaning of the following processes and explain how each of them occurs;
a. Erection and protrusion of the penis. [10 marks]
b. Emissions and Ejaculation of semen. [10 marks]

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