Effects of Developmental Exposure to 2,2′,4,4′,5-Pentabromodiphenyl Ether (PBDE-99) on Sex Steroids, Sexual Development, and Sexually Dimorphic Behavior in Rats

Increasing concentrations of polybrominated flame retardants, including polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs), in breast milk cause concern about possible developmental effects in nursed babies. Because previous studies in rats have indicated effects on sex steroids and sexually dimorphic behavior...

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Main Authors: Lilienthal, Hellmuth, Hack, Alfons, Roth-Härer, Astrid, Grande, Simone Wichert, Talsness, Chris E.
Format: Online
Language:English
Published: National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences 2006
Online Access:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1367831/