M. I. Ebomoyi

Effects of Ingestion of Various Cassava (Manihot utilissima) Components on Serum Testosterone Level and Testicular Morphology in Male Wistar Rats

The effect of consumption of cassava by products on the testosterone level and testicular morphology of Wistar rats was studied. The objective was to assess any changes in the testosterone level and histology of the testis. Male rats (n=28) weighing between 165g-260g were randomly assigned (n=7 each) into control group and experimental groups. Experimental groups were given the normal rat chow with inclusion of 50% cassava by product daily for 8weeks.