Publication: Concentration of trace elements in semen and relation to semen characteristics in Arabian stallions
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2008-11-01
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Doğan, İbrahim
Oruç, Hasan Hüseyin
Nur, Zekariya
Başkaya, Ruhtan
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Indian Veterinary Journal
Abstract
Environmental pollutants may influence male reproductive function. Heavy metals such as lead and cadmium are abundant environmental toxicants. The purpose of this study was to determine copper, iron, lead, zinc and cadmium concentration in the semen of Arabian stallions during breeding season, and to find correlation of these elements with conventional semen parameters.
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Seminal plasma, Seasonal-changes, Freezability, Quality, Calcium, Copper, Zinc, Science & technology, Life sciences & biomedicine, Veterinary sciences