( are model organisms that share similar anatomical structures to humans. By exploring the effects of lithium chloride (LiCl) on we can collect crucial data regarding the compound's impact on patients taking psychiatric medications containing LiCl. Here we performed an egg retention assay on nematode populations to explore how LiCl can influence reproduction. We found a statistically significant difference in eggs retained between control and experimental groups, suggesting that LiCl has negative effects on reproductive health.