Cyclic AMP is a likely mediator of ovulation in the tsetse fly

Publication Type

Journal Article

Journal Name

Experientia

Name of Author

D. L. Denlinger, The Ohio State University
M. F.B. Chaudhury, The Ohio State University
T. S. Dhadialla, The Ohio State University

Publication Date

10-1-1978

Abstract

Ovulation in tsetse flies is normally induced by mating, but virgins can be stimulated to ovulate with an injection of dibutyryl cyclic AMP, cholera toxin (a cyclic AMP generator), or aminophylline (a phosphodiesterase inhibitor). Thus, elevation of cyclic AMP is a likely link in the events leading to ovulation. © 1978 Birkhäuser Verlag.

Recommended Citation

Denlinger, D., Chaudhury, M., & Dhadialla, T. (1978). Cyclic AMP is a likely mediator of ovulation in the tsetse fly. Experientia, 34 (10), 1296-1297. https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01981428