Cyanobacterial Neurotoxin β-N-Methylamino-L-alanine (BMAA) in Shark Fins
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Cyanobacterial Neurotoxin β-N-Methylamino-L-alanine (BMAA) in Shark Fins
Sharks are among the most threatened groups of marine species. Populations are declining globally to support the growing demand for shark fin soup. Sharks are known to bioaccumulate toxins that may pose health risks to consumers of shark products. The feeding habits of sharks are varied, including fish, mammals, crustaceans and plankton. The cyanobacterial neurotoxin β-N-methylamino-L-alanine (...
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عنوان ژورنال: Marine Drugs
سال: 2012
ISSN: 1660-3397
DOI: 10.3390/md10020509