β-Elemene Inhibits Human Sperm Function by Affecting Sperm Vitality and Intracellular Calcium

Background/Aims: β-Elemene is a bioactive sesquiterpene compound that exhibits a potent anti-tumor effect and is used in various clinical applications. However, little is known about its effect on the male reproductive system. The objective of this study was to investigate the in vitro actions of β-...

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Main Authors: Wen Chen, Shi-qi Weng, Meng-ge Lv, Wen-qiong Chen, Zhuo-fei Bi, Hou-yang Chen, Tao Luo, Hai Hu, Wen-bo Liao
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Cell Physiol Biochem Press GmbH & Co KG 2018-12-01
Series:Cellular Physiology and Biochemistry
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Online Access:https://www.karger.com/Article/FullText/495821