The Effects on Rats of Chronic Exposure To 34°C II. Growth

Abstract

The growth rate of female rats kept at 21, 27, and 34°0 was measured from weaning to 20 weeks of age and during pregnancy and IMtation. Weights of their pups were measured at birth, during the lactation period, and at weaning. Carcass analyses were carried out for lactating females at the end of lactation and for non-pregnant controls.