Arsenic and Copper May Affect Reproductive Health in Chickens

By Matthew Lee ‘21 Arsenic and copper are trace elements that can have deleterious health effects when present in the body in large quantities. Their toxicity in certain body parts such as the liver, nervous system, and lungs is well documented. However, the effects of arsenic and copper on testicular tissues are not as studied. A recent study led by Yizhi Shao of Northeast Forestry … Continue reading Arsenic and Copper May Affect Reproductive Health in Chickens