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ClearIsolation and Analysis of Microplastics in Vaname Shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei Boone, 1931) at Tanjung Luar Fish Landing Base, East Lombok Regency
Researchers isolated and analyzed microplastics from vaname shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei) collected at Tanjung Luar fish landing base in East Lombok, Indonesia. Microplastics were detected in shrimp digestive systems, raising food safety concerns given the direct pathway to human consumption through seafood.
Microplastics in wild clams harvested from coastal waters of Lamongan, Indonesia
Researchers measured microplastic contamination in wild clams harvested from coastal waters off Lamongan, Indonesia, finding MPs in all sampled individuals with polyethylene and polypropylene as the dominant polymers. The findings raise concerns for both clam population health and the safety of shellfish consumed locally.
Characteristics, Abundance and Polymer Type of Microplastics in Anadara granosa (Blood Clam) from Coastal Area of Palopo City
Researchers analyzed microplastic contamination in blood clams collected from coastal waters near Palopo City, Indonesia. As filter feeders, these bivalves are particularly vulnerable to ingesting microplastic particles, and the study documented the abundance and polymer types found in their tissues. The findings raise concerns about human exposure to microplastics through the consumption of commonly harvested shellfish.
Spatial Distribution of Microplastic Contamination in Blood Clams (anadara Granosa) on the Jeneponto Coast, South Sulawesi
Researchers mapped the distribution of microplastic contamination inside blood clams (Anadara granosa) harvested along the Jeneponto coast of South Sulawesi, Indonesia. The highest microplastic levels were found in clams from mangrove ecosystems and residential waterways, while river areas showed the lowest contamination. Because blood clams are widely eaten as a daily food source, these findings raise direct concerns about microplastic ingestion by local populations.
Characteristics and abundance of microplastics in bean clam (Donax sp.), Setawar Beach
Researchers found microplastics in bean clams (Donax sp.) collected at Setawar Beach, Indonesia, characterizing contaminating particles by type, color, and abundance, and noting that the site is exposed to plastic waste from domestic and fishing sources.
Implication of microplastic presence in sediment and blood clams Anadara granosa (Mollusca: Bivalvia) in the Musi Estuary, Indonesia
Researchers measured microplastic concentrations in sediment and blood clam (Anadara granosa) tissues from coastal collection sites, finding MPs in all samples and identifying specific polymer types consistent with regional fishing gear and packaging waste sources.
Abundance of Microplastics in the Waters of Pelangan Village, West Lombok as an Indicator of Pollution
Researchers measured microplastic abundance in water, sediment, and gastropod samples from three locations in Pelangan Village, West Lombok, Indonesia, finding microplastic contamination in all compartments and establishing baseline pollution levels for this coastal area.
Microplastic Analysis of Consumed Mussels (Donax sp.) and Tofu Clams (Meretrix sp.)
A study of two edible clam species sold in Indonesian markets found microplastic contamination in both, with fibers and fragments being the most common types detected. Because these shellfish are filter feeders that concentrate particles from the water, people who eat them regularly may be ingesting microplastics, raising concerns about food safety.
DETECTION OF MICROPLASTICS IN BLOOD CLAM (Tegillarca granosa) AND GREEN MUSSEL (Perna viridis) FROM BERINGHARJO MARKET, YOGYAKARTA CITY
Microplastics were detected in blood clam and green mussel samples purchased from a market in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, with abundance and morphology data contributing to understanding of bivalve contamination in Indonesian coastal seafood.
Isolation and identification of microplastic on the cockleshell of blood clam (Anadara Granosa Linn)
This study aimed to identify microplastics on the cockleshell surfaces of blood clams (Anadara granosa) sampled from five beaches, using NaCl separation and microscopy to characterize particle abundance and morphology on commercially harvested shellfish.
Assessment of Microplastics Contamination in Commericial Clams in the Coastal Zone of Vietnam
Microplastic contamination was assessed in commercially harvested clams from aquaculture farms in coastal Vietnam, a country where microplastic impacts on aquaculture are poorly understood. Both vertebrates and invertebrates in coastal areas were found to ingest microplastics, raising concerns about food safety in Vietnamese seafood.
The spatial distribution and physico-chemical characteristic of microplastics in the sediment and cockle (Anadara granosa) from the coastal waters of East Java, Indonesia, and the health hazards associated with cockle consumption
Researchers surveyed microplastic contamination in coastal sediments and cockles along the East Java coast of Indonesia and assessed the potential health risks from consuming the shellfish. They found microplastics, predominantly fibers and fragments, in all sediment and cockle tissue samples, with consumers potentially ingesting tens of thousands of microplastic particles per year. The findings raise concerns about dietary microplastic exposure for communities that regularly eat shellfish from these waters.
Microplastic Abundance in Edible Crabs and Gastropods on the Blanakan Coast
Researchers sampled water, sediment, crabs, and gastropods along the Blanakan coast of Indonesia and detected microplastics in all sample types, with fragments, films, fibers, and pellets all present — suggesting widespread contamination that poses a food safety concern for local seafood consumed by humans.
Spatial Distribution of Microplastic Contamination in Blood Clams (Anadara granosa) on the Jeneponto Coast, South Sulawesi
Researchers mapped microplastic contamination in blood clams (Anadara granosa) along the South Sulawesi coast of Indonesia using spatial analysis, linking distribution patterns to local wind and current conditions. The findings document microplastic ingestion in this commercially consumed bivalve and highlight the health implications for coastal communities who eat them.
Characterization of Microplastic Contamination of Whiteleg Shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei) Cultivation in North Lombok, Indonesia
Researchers characterized microplastic contamination in farmed whiteleg shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei), measuring particle abundance, size distribution, polymer types, and potential human dietary exposure through shrimp consumption. Microplastics were found throughout shrimp tissues, with implications for seafood safety.
Microplastics Isolated From Shellfish Paratapes undulatus From Kuala Selangor, Selangor, Malaysia
Researchers isolated and characterized microplastics from the soft tissues of the shellfish Paratapes undulatus collected from Kuala Selangor, Malaysia, analyzing 30 samples for plastic type, shape, and size. The study documented the types of microplastics present in this commercially harvested bivalve, raising concern about human exposure through seafood consumption.
Case Study of Microplastics on Blood Cockle from Three Traditional Markets in Semarang
This study detected microplastics in blood cockles purchased from traditional markets in Southeast Asia, finding contamination in commercially sold seafood. The results highlight microplastics as a food safety concern for consumers of bivalves in the region.
Characteristics of microplastics and comparison of estimated daily intake levels (EDI) in consumption shells in Kenjeran and Balekambang
This study characterized microplastics in edible bivalves (Anadara granosa, Crassostrea sp., and Perna viridis) from Kenjeran and Balekambang coastal sites in East Java, Indonesia, comparing estimated daily intake between the two regions and assessing human health exposure from bivalve consumption.
Assessment and Analysis of Microplastics in Commercially Sold Bivalves from Los Baños, Laguna, and Lipa, Batangas, Philippines
Researchers extracted and characterized microplastics from three commercially sold bivalve species (green mussel, Manila clam, and freshwater clam) purchased at Philippine markets, finding contamination ranging from 0.52 to 2.94 microplastic particles per gram fresh weight with fibers being the most common type.
Risk Analysis of Microplastic Exposure Through Consumption of Anadara Granosa at Coastal Area
Researchers analyzed microplastic contamination in blood clams from a coastal area in Indonesia, finding 68 microplastic particles across samples, predominantly in line shapes with blue coloring. The risk assessment determined that current exposure levels through clam consumption remain within safe limits, though the study notes that microplastic exposure in humans occurs through multiple routes beyond seafood consumption alone.