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ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELDS AND THE MALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM

Influence of electromagnetic fields on reproductive system of male rats

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Pages 147-154 | Received 30 May 2012, Accepted 23 Sep 2012, Published online: 13 Nov 2012

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