DDT-Induced Reduction in Eggshell Thickness, Weight, and Calcium is Accompanied by Inhibition of Calcium ATPase.

Abstract

Prolonged feeding of DDT reduces activity of calcium-transporting ATPase in the microsomal fraction of eggshell gland mucosa. Concurrent findings of thin, calcium-deficient eggshells indicate that DDT produces thin-shelled eggs by impairment of calcium transport through the avian eggshell gland. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 01, 1977
Accession Number
ADA038353

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  • David E. Hinton
  • Gerald J. Kolaja

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  • Animals
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  • Cell Membrane
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