Phycotoxins in Marine Shellfish: Origin, Occurrence and Effects on Humans

Phycotoxins in Marine Shellfish: Origin, Occurrence and Effects on Humans

Massive phytoplankton proliferation, and the consequent release of toxic metabolites, can be responsible for seafood poisoning outbreaks: filter-feeding mollusks, such as shellfish, mussels, oysters or clams, can accumulate these toxins throughout the food chain and present a threat for consumers&am...

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Main Authors: Federica Farabegoli, Lucía Blanco, Laura P. Rodríguez, Juan Manuel Vieites, Ana García Cabado
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-05-01
Series:Marine Drugs
Subjects:
shellfish toxins
biotoxins
HABs
DSP
PSP
ASP
NSP
toxic phytoplankton
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1660-3397/16/6/188

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