Exam 3: Endocrine Disrupters Flashcards
1
Q
Endocrine disrupter can either ___ or ____ hormonal effects
A
Mimick; interfere
2
Q
Bisphenol A mimics effect of
A
Estrogen
3
Q
Phthalates block action of
A
Testosterone
4
Q
Phthalate syndrome occurs when
A
Mother is exposed during pregnancy
5
Q
Phthalate syndrome manifests w/
A
Less typical male genitalia
6
Q
Endocrine disrupters may gain entrance to fetus via
A
Placenta and umbilical cord
