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Accession number:

817

Host species (latin):

Rutilus rutilus

Common name:

Roach (inc. hybrids)

Disease/condition:

Intersex

Location (host):

Gonad

Aetiology:

Exposure to endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs)

Aetiology:

Exposure to endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs)

Additional Information:

Female, length 34 cm.

Significance:

Also reported in roach populations in the UK.

Lession:

Testicular tissue interspersed with several small previtellogenic oocytes. Larger area of more mature oocytes apparently attached to the testis.

Stains:

Location:

Aland Islands

Area:

Baltic Sea

Country:

Finland

Submitter:

Dr Tom Wiklund

Accession date:

6/2/2004

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