Postnatal exposure to PCB 153 and PCB 180, but not to PCB 52, produces changes in activity level and stimulus control in outbred male Wistar Kyoto rats

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) are a class of organic compounds that bioaccumulate due to their chemical stability and lipophilic properties. Humans are prenatally exposed via trans-placental transfer, through breast milk as infant...

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Main Authors: Walaas S, Lausund Per, Fonnum Frode, Knoff Monica, Johansen Espen, Wøien Grete, Sagvolden Terje
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2011-05-01
Series:Behavioral and Brain Functions
Online Access:http://www.behavioralandbrainfunctions.com/content/7/1/18