Influence of External Factors on Hair Cortisol Concentrations

    May 2016 in “ General and Comparative Endocrinology ”
    Theresa Salaberger, Marlon Millard, Samy El Makarem … Rupert Palme
    Studysummary This study found that hair cortisol concentrations in sheep were significantly increased by extensive brushing or dexamethasone treatment, suggesting that external factors may affect its reliability as a chronic stress measure.
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