Embryo Transfer Process in Cattle
📌 The process begins at the Cipelang Livestock Embryo Center in Bogor, focusing on embryo transfer in cows.
🚿 Before anesthesia, cows are thoroughly cleaned and bathed to ensure hygiene and reduce contamination risks.
🩺 The cow is placed in a crush cage for anesthesia, requiring patience to maintain the animal's comfort and minimize stress.

Flushing and Embryo Collection
🔬 Flushing is the process of harvesting embryos using a special instrument inserted into the cow's vagina, typically taking 30 minutes to one hour.
💧 The flushing involves repeatedly introducing and removing fluid until the desired embryo yield is achieved; ideal collection fluid should be clear/colorless.
🧼 After collection, the fluid is filtered until clear and slightly viscous, then subjected to a touch-up/slight burning process using a small flame.

Embryo Evaluation and Storage
🔬 The fluid is then examined under a process called searching to identify active embryos, which are displayed on a monitor for clear viewing and documentation.
❄️ Active embryos are placed into a "strawberry" container for labeling and subsequently placed in a freezer for cryopreservation.
🛒 The final frozen embryos are stored until they are ready to be marketed and sold to breeders.

Key Points & Insights
➡️ Thorough cleaning and anesthesia are critical preparatory steps before any embryo collection procedure.
➡️ The flushing process requires careful repetition to ensure the best quality, clear fluid, and successful embryo harvest.
➡️ Active embryos are documented via live monitor display during the searching phase for quality control and record-keeping.

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