The effect of cadmium on the bovine in vitro oocyte maturation and early embryo development

Common pollutants such as heavy metals and cadmium is among those with high environmental concerns. In vivo studies had shown that cadmium (Cd) causes oocyte degeneration and embryo mortality, and lowers pregnancy rates in mammals. However, there is limited information available about direct effects...

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Main Authors: Yaşar Akar, Naveed Ahmad, Muhammad Khalıd
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2018-01-01
Series:International Journal of Veterinary Science and Medicine
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S231445991730162X