A double-edge sword: the role of D-chiro-inositol in oocyte and embryo quality
D-chiro-inositol is one of the nine stereoisomers of inositol, a water-soluble cyclic carbohydrate with six hydroxyl groups. Inositol has an essential function in the activation of crucial enzymes in glucose metabolism. In fact, D-chiro-inositol shortage can lead to insulin resistance development. D...
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| Language: | English |
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Verduci Editore
2019-12-01
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| Series: | International Journal of Medical Device and Adjuvant Treatments |
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| Online Access: | https://www.ijmdat.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2019/12/e208-A-double-edge-sword-the-role-of-D-chiro-inositol-in-oocyte-and-embryo-quality.pdf |