Effects of Obesity on Mares’ Follicles and Oocytes
Kristen M. Janicki, MS, PAS
May 5, 2017
Researchers found that obesity appears to negatively impact mares’ follicles and oocytes and, thus, their fertility.
Researchers found that obesity appears to negatively impact mares’ follicles and oocytes and, thus, their fertility.
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