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The epigenetics of embryo development
2015-01-01
Abstract excerpt
A range of stresses experienced by the early embryo can alter the growth trajectory of the fetus and neonate and creates a predisposition to a range of metabolic diseases after birth. These effects limit an organism's capacity to achieve its full genetic potential. Many of the techniques involved in the various forms of assisted reproductive technologies cause stress to the gametes and early embryo. In general, th...
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- Literature Corpus work
- a536e523-2f5a-5cf7-b847-26a1c81478f9
- DOI
- 10.2527/af.2015-0007