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Reproductive active females have a reduced lifespan [Malick and Kidwell, 1996]. For instance in Drosophila, high rates of egg production result in a decreased lifespan [Partridge et al. 1987]. However, implanting young ovary in post-reproductive female mice extends lifespan. ReferencesMalick, L.E. and Kidwell, J.F. (1966) The effect of mating status, sex and genotype on longevity in Drosophila melanogaster. Genetics 54, 203– 209 Partridge, L. et al. (1987) Effects of egg-production and of exposure to males on female survival in Drosophila melanogaster. J. Insect Physiol. 33, 745– 749 Edit this page |
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