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Deakin University researcher unveils pregnancy mystery

03-05-2007 · EurekAlert!

A Deakin University study has unlocked one of the many mysteries of pregnancy -- how the trace element copper is transported across the placenta. The findings provide a lead to the possible cause, treatment and prevention of a number of potentially fatal conditions.

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