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Cortisol Extraction from Sturgeon Fin and Jawbone Matrices
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Cortisol Extraction from Sturgeon Fin and Jawbone Matrices

Cortisol Extraction from Sturgeon Fin and Jawbone Matrices

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September 10, 2019

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06:01 min
September 10, 2019

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In this study, we present a protocol for cortisol extraction from the fin and jawbone of sturgeon species. Fin and jawbone cortisol levels were further examined by comparing two washing solvents followed by ELISA assays. This study piloted the feasibility of jawbone cortisol as a novel stress indicator.

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