Three-Generation Reproduction Study with Low-Dose-Irradiated Papayas in Swiss White Mice: Results of All Three Generations

摘要

A two-year chronic and three-generation reproduction study employing Swiss albino mice fed low dose irradiated papayas was conducted. The following results were obtained during the reproduction portion of the experiment. Investigation of the following parameters revealed no differences between test and control animals which could be attributed to the ingestion of low dose irradiated papayas. The following areas were studied: body weight gain; mortality and reactions; hematologic and clinical blood chemistry; pathologic studies; and reproductive performance. (ERA citation 07:063549)