EDC IMPACT: Chemical UV filters can affect human sperm function in a progesterone-like manner
Human sperm cell function must be precisely regulated to achieve natural fertilization. Progesterone released by the cumulus cells surrounding the egg induces a Ca2+ influx into human sperm cells via the CatSper Ca2+-channel and thereby controls sperm function. Multiple chemical UV filters have been...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Bioscientifica
2017-12-01
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| Series: | Endocrine Connections |
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| Online Access: | http://www.endocrineconnections.com/content/7/1/16.full |