Protective effect of N-acetyl cysteine on chlorpyrifos-induced testicular toxicity in mice

ABSTRACT

Background: Chlorpyrifos [CPF], an organophosphate pesticide, is widely used in farms in order to preserve crops and fruits. Previous studies have shown that CPF exposure might cause chronic toxicity in male genital system. The present study investigated the protective effect of N-Acetyl Cysteine [NAC], a potent antioxidant against testicular toxicity of CPF in male mice