Preferred Term:
castration
Definition:
The surgical removal or other physical destruction of the testes of a male animal, e.g. using elastrator bands on male lambs or piglets.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Core
NALT Full
NALT Full
Broader Concept:
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Entry Terms:
- orchiectomy
- neutering
- orchidectomy
- male castration
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/22898
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