Apparatus and method for detection of estrus and/or...

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2005-03-01

2005-03-01

Winakur, Eric F. (Department: 3736)

Surgery

Diagnostic testing

Monitoring fertility cycle

C128S903000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06860859

ABSTRACT:
The present invention is directed to devices for detection estrus-state and/or non-pregnancy in mammals and methods for using the same. The device and/or methods may be of particular use in cattle. The devices disclosed include at least a housing of a size, shape, and outer surface quality permitting it to be securely maintained within a mammals vagina. The housing has at least one interior space for installation of instrument(s) for measuring, intra-vaginally, at least on indicia of estrus (heat) or non-pregnancy, converting the resulting measurement into a signal or signals (electronic or otherwise). The device also comprises a signal transmitting means and, optionally, a remote receiving station capable of interpreting the signal(s).

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