Toxic Metal Concentrations in Drinking Water and Possible Effect on Sex Hormones among Men in Sabongida-Ora, Edo State, Nigeria
Drinking water can be a potential source of toxic metals, which are a known leading cause of infertility in men. This study determines the concentrations of lead (Pb), cadmium (Cd), zinc (Zn), copper (Cu) in drinking water (borehole, hand-dug well and treated water) and sex hormone levels (serum fol...
Main Authors: | Osaro Ogie Enehizena, Mathias A. Emokpae |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2022-01-01
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Series: | Medicines |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2305-6320/9/1/4 |
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