Ameliorative Effect of Crocin on Sperm Parameters and In Vitro Fertilization in Mice under Oxidative Stress Induced by Paraquat

Background Paraquat (PQ) is an herbicide that is genotoxic and cytotoxic for male germ cells. In this study, we investigated the protective role of crocin (Cr) against the destructive effects of PQ on sperm quality and in vitro fertilization (IVF) outcomes. Materials and Methods In this experi...

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Main Authors: Fahime Sadat Kamali, Rasoul Shahrooz, Gholam Reza Najafi, Mazdak Razi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Royan Institute (ACECR), Tehran 2020-01-01
Series:International Journal of Fertility and Sterility
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Online Access:http://www.ijfs.ir/article_45564_a2610ca1a9fbac0b46fbd89045e374d0.pdf