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Effects of Nitrite on Development of Embryos and Early Larval Stages of the Zebrafish ( Danio rerio )
23 Jul 2012
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Epidemiological studies suggest that high nitrate levels in food and water may cause birth defects or spontaneous abortions in humans. Experimental mammalian studies show that high nitrite levels adversely affect reproductive outcomes, but have not shown congenital malformations. Consequently, the teratogenic potential of nitrite is unclear. In this study, the effects of nitrite on development of zebrafish...
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