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1 Department of Zoology, Kamal Nehru Institute of Physical & Social Sciences, Sultanpur-228 118, IN
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Journal of Endocrinology and Reproduction, Vol 7, No 1&2 (2003), Pagination: 65-66
Abstract
Ultimobranchial gland (UBG) in non-mammals are rich source of calcitonin (CT) which induce hypocalcemia in mammals. In fishes the CT recorded higher levels during ovarian development suggesting a specific role of CT in the sexual maturation of female fishes (Fouchereau-Peron et al., 1990). Histological changes in UBG and gonads of Cyprinus (both sexes) were studied in relation to sexual maturation, serum calcium (Ca) and inorganic phosphate (Pi) levels.