(n-3) polyunsaturated fatty acid compositions
OwnerPeter Surai, Raymond C. Nobleinventors
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Abstract
Methods and compositions for improving the viability of sperm are disclosed. The method involves adding (n-3) polyunsaturated fatty acids to antioxidants and sperm or seminal fluid, or to the diet of the animal producing the sperm. The compositions incorporate (n-3) polyunsaturated fatty acids and antioxidants in a feed supplement.
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The use of an antioxidant to enhance sperm function and/or viability.
The use of a polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) to enhance sperm function and/or viability.
The use of an antioxidant accompanied by a PUFA to enhance sperm function and/or viability.
The use claimed in any of the preceding claims, wherein the antioxidant and/or the PUFA is administered to the animal producing the sperm.
The use of a PUFA to enhance sperm function and/or viability in avians, wherein the PUFA is an n-6 fatty acid.
A method of enhancing sperm function and/or viability, comprising adding to the semen of an animal substantially sperm-free seminal fluid containing an antioxidant and/or a PUFA.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.