Abstract
Summary
A mild diabetic-like state was induced with streptozotocin in rats prior to breeding and fetal and placental composition was examined on day 21 of pregnancy. Fetuses of untreated diabetic rats were larger than those of controls and had significantly more fat, less water, and more DNA. These alterations in fetal size and composition were prevented by maternal insulin treatment during pregnancy.
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