The effect of seminal plasma cadmium and lead levels on semen parameters in male subjects of infertile couples: a prospective cohort study

• Published in: Journal of obstetrics and gynaecology p. 1
• Main Authors: Tuncay, Gorkem, Karaer, Abdullah, Tanrikut, Emrullah, Ozgul, Onur
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: England 18.08.2021
• Subjects: seminal plasma; male factor; cadmium; semen quality; infertility; lead; Atomic absorption spectrometry

The aim of this prospective study was to investigate whether there is a relationship between seminal plasma cadmium (Cd) and lead (Pb) levels and semen parameters in male partners of infertile couples. Two hundred fifty one (251) men recruited with no history of occupational exposure to toxic metals...