Effects of Nano Zinc Oxide on the Hind Limb Bud of NMRI mouse embryos
Document Type : Original Article
Abstract
Nanomaterials are particles with 10 to100 nanometer size. They can easily be transported through the skin, lung alveoli, and placenta. Materials in nano scales show different properties compared with the same materials in macro or larger scale. It is found that zinc element is an essential metal for normal physiological functions. However increase or decrease of this element during pregnancy, for example with using cosmetics and deodorants, can be teratogen and cause several fetal abnormalities. Given this fact, this study was conducted to investigate the effects of nano zinc oxide on the developmental stages of hind limb budsin NMRI mice embryos
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