Methods and concepts in detecting abnormal reproductive outcomes of paternal origin.

doi:10.1016/0890-6238(93)90064-e

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Methods and concepts in detecting abnormal reproductive outcomes of paternal origin.

Reproductive toxicology (Elmsford, N.Y.) - 1 Jan 1993

Wyrobek A J

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There is conclusive evidence that exposures of human males to ionizing radiation or certain chemicals can diminish sperm production and reduce fertility. Of approximately 100 chemical agents and mixtures that have been evaluated in men by semen analysis, about half (mostly drugs and a few occupat...

Topics

Adult
Animals
Child
Congenital Abnormalities
Fathers
Female
Humans
Male
Mutation
Pedigree
Reproduction
Spermatozoa
Toxicology

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