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| -Sperm morphology and motility are unaffected, but tests show that phosphatidylserine (PS) already exists in the outer membrane leaflet before sperm capacitation. When the zona pellucida (ZP) is removed from eggs, fertilization rates are normal; although when the extracellular matrix is intact, fewer spermatozoa bind tightly or penetrate the ZP, and fewer undergo acrosome reactions. This strain may be useful in studies of male fertility. | |||||||
Former Names 129S6/SvEvTac-Atp8b3tm1Gar/J (Changed: 25-SEP-07 ) Type Coisogenic; Mutant Strain; Targeted Mutation; Species laboratory mouse Donating Investigator David Garbers, U.T. Southwestern Medical Center Description
Both male and female homozygotes are fertile, but the average litter sizes from homozygous males are slightly smaller than observed with wildtype males. Sperm morphology and motility are unaffected, but tests show that phosphatidylserine (PS) already exists in the outer membrane leaflet before sperm capacitation. When the zona pellucida (ZP) is removed from eggs, fertilization rates are normal; although when the extracellular matrix is intact, fewer spermatozoa bind tightly or penetrate the ZP, and fewer undergo acrosome reactions. Homozygous mice do not express protein as determined by Western blot analysis of testis tissues and immunostaining of mature spermatozoa. This published information is based on studies of mixed background C57BL/6 and 129S6 background animals; the line offered here is on a pure 129S6 background. This strain may be useful in studies of male fertility.Development
A targeting vector was designed to replace exons 4-14, encoding the first four transmembrane segments, with a neomycin resistance cassette. The vector was electroporated into 129S6/SvEvTac-derived SM1 embryonic stem (ES) cells. Chimeric mice were crossed with 129S6/SvEvTac animals.
Mammalian Phenotype Terms assigned by genotype
The following phenotype information may relate to a genetic background differing from this JAX® Mice strain.
Atp8b3tm1Gar/Atp8b3tm1Gar
involves: 129S/SvEv * C57BL/6J
- reproductive system phenotype
- abnormal fertilization (MGI Ref ID J:88796)
- impaired sperm-egg interaction
- normal rates of fertilization rates were observed when spermatozoa were added to zona pellucida-free eggs
- premature exposure of phosphatidylserine on the outer membrane leaflet of spermatozoa
- normal sperm morphology and motility
- impaired acrosome reaction (MGI Ref ID J:88796)
- reduced zona pellucida induced acrosome reactions
- decreased litter size (MGI Ref ID J:88796)
- fewer pups born to mutant male mice
- reduced male fertility (MGI Ref ID J:88796)
Research Applications
This mouse can be used to support research in many areas including:
Reproductive Biology Research
Fertility Defects (males only)
| Allele Symbol | Atp8b3tm1Gar | ||
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| Allele Name | targeted mutation 1, David L Garbers | ||
| Common Name(s) | SAPLT-; | ||
| Mutation Made By | David Garbers, U.T. Southwestern Medical Center | ||
| Strain of Origin | 129S/SvEv | ||
| ES Cell Line Strain | 129 | ||
| Gene Symbol and Name | Atp8b3, ATPase, class I, type 8B, member 3 | ||
| Chromosome | 10 | ||
| Gene Common Name(s) | 1700042F02Rik; 1700056N23Rik; ATPIK; MGC188630; RIKEN cDNA 1700042F02 gene; RIKEN cDNA 1700056N23 gene; SAPLT; | ||
| Molecular Note | A genomic fragment encompassing exons 4 through 14 was replaced with a neomycin selection cassette. The deleted region encoded the first four transmembrane domains of the protein. No protein was detected in homozygous mutant mice by Western blot analysisof testes membrane extracts or by immunostaining of spermatozoa. [MGI Ref ID J:88796] | ||
Genotyping Protocols
Atp8b3tm1Gar, SEP PCR, vers. 1
Helpful Links
Optimizing PCR Protocols
Wang L; Beserra C; Garbers DL. 2004. A novel aminophospholipid transporter exclusively expressed in spermatozoa is required for membrane lipid asymmetry and normal fertilization. Dev Biol 267(1):203-15. [PubMed: 14975727] [MGI Ref ID J:88796]
Currently there no information available for this strain. This may be due to the supply level of this strain.
*Price(s) in US dollars ($)
Weeks of Age Price* Gender Cryorecovery Fee $1900.00
| Standard Supply | Repository-Cryopreserved. Must Be Recovered. Please refer to pricing and supply notes for further information. |
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*Price(s) in US dollars ($)
Weeks of Age Price* Gender Cryorecovery Fee $2470.00
| Standard Supply | Repository-Cryopreserved. Must Be Recovered. Please refer to pricing and supply notes for further information. |
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