摘要
In the last two decades,the issue on exposure to air pollution,especially fine particulate matter(PM_(2.5)),and its health effects has been a global concern.PM2.5 can enter the bronchi,lung cells,and subsequently the body,thus causing adverse health effects.One of these health effects include damage to the reproductive system.However,this has not gained much attention.In addition,PM_(2.5) contain toxic compounds,such as heavy metals or PAHs,which can cross various barriers,including epithelial barrier and blood-testis barrier,causing hormonal disorders in both,men and women,thus resulting in infertility.In this review,an attempt was made to provide useful information about effects of PM_(2.5) on the reproductive system.
