The Effect of Creosote on Vitellogenin Production in Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)
β Scribed by J. P. Sherry; J. J. Whyte; N. A. Karrow; A. Gamble; H. J. Boerman; N. C. Bol; D. G. Dixon; K. R. Solomon
- Publisher
- Springer
- Year
- 2005
- Tongue
- English
- Weight
- 145 KB
- Volume
- 50
- Category
- Article
- ISSN
- 0090-4341
No coin nor oath required. For personal study only.
π SIMILAR VOLUMES
## Abstract Ovarian uptake of vitellogenin (VTG) accounts for a considerable proportion of oocyte growth in many oviparous species. The mechanisms controlling the expression and modulation of the VTG receptor, therefore, will be key determinants in effecting oocyte growth. This study documents the
## Abstract Exposure of rainbow trout to lead chloride (PbCl~2~, 1 ppm) in fresh water killed all animals within 16 days. Exposure to this lethal dose for 6 days only showed a significant increase in the haematocrit. Calcium, sodium and chloride concentrations in plasma were not notably modified. B