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ClearDetermination of microplastics in commercial bivalves and estimation of exposure among population in Pasir Penambang, Kuala Selangor
Researchers measured microplastic abundance and characteristics in commercial bivalves from Pasir Penambang, Malaysia, and estimated human dietary exposure, finding that regular consumption of locally sold shellfish poses a notable microplastic ingestion risk.
Evaluation of the microplastics in bivalves and water column at Pantai Teluk Likas, North Borneo, Malaysia
Researchers found microplastics in all three species of shellfish and in the surrounding water at a popular beach in Sabah, Malaysia. One clam species contained over 113 microplastic particles per gram, primarily fibers made of common plastics like nylon and polypropylene. Since these shellfish are eaten by local communities, the contamination raises concerns about human exposure to microplastics through seafood consumption.
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.
Identification of Characteristics, Abundance, Color, and Size of Microplastics in Shellfish in the Coastal Waters of Galesong Beach
Researchers identified and characterized microplastics in shellfish from the coastal waters of Galesong Beach in Indonesia, finding an average abundance of 4,258 items per individual mussel. The microplastics were predominantly fragments and fibers in red, blue, and black colors, with sizes ranging from 0.5 to 10.5 millimeters. The study raises concerns about human exposure to microplastics through seafood consumption in the region, given the high daily intake rates of shellfish by local communities.
Microplastic prevalence, diversity and characteristics in commercially important edible bivalves and gastropods in relation to environmental matrices
Researchers assessed microplastic abundance and characteristics in the tissues of commercially important bivalves and gastropods from the southwest coast of India, finding MPs across all five species examined and raising concerns about seafood safety.
Abundance and characteristics of microplastics in commercial marine fish from Malaysia
Microplastics were found in the digestive tracts of eight commercially important marine fish species caught in Malaysian waters, with prevalence and particle types varying by species and location. The study raises food safety concerns for Malaysian seafood consumers and highlights the widespread occurrence of microplastic ingestion in wild-caught fish from Southeast Asian seas.
Microplastics contamination in bivalves off the island in the strait of malacca and its potential health risks
Researchers examined microplastic contamination in rock oysters from coastal waters around Langkawi and Penang islands in Malaysia. They found microplastics in all samples, with varying levels of contamination between the two locations. The study assessed potential health risks from consuming these shellfish, suggesting that bivalves from these waters may be a pathway for human microplastic exposure.
Comparative analysis of microplastic pollution in commercially relevant seafood across different geographical regions
Researchers analyzed microplastic pollution in commercially important seafood species, characterizing particle morphology and polymer composition across species. The study found microplastics in all species sampled, with differences in contamination levels linked to feeding ecology and habitat.
Charting the microplastic menace: A bibliometric analysis of pollution in Malaysian mangroves and polypropylene bioaccumulation assessment in Anadara granosa
Researchers surveyed microplastic contamination in Malaysian mangrove ecosystems and tested how a common shellfish species accumulates polypropylene particles. They found microplastics in all sediment and water samples, with the shellfish readily taking up fiber-shaped particles. The estimated dietary intake suggests that consumers of these shellfish could ingest hundreds of microplastic particles per year, highlighting food safety concerns.
Microplastics in Malaysia's Aquatic Environment: Current Overview and Future Perspectives
This review summarizes microplastic research across Malaysia's rivers, coastal waters, seafood, and sediments, finding widespread contamination in all aquatic environments studied. Fibers and fragments from everyday plastic products were the most common types found. The authors highlight that Malaysians face significant microplastic exposure through seafood consumption and call for better pollution monitoring and waste management policies.
Microplastic ingestion by commercial marine fish from the seawater of Northwest Peninsular Malaysia
Researchers examined microplastic ingestion by four species of commercially important marine fish caught off the northwest coast of Peninsular Malaysia. The study found microplastics in the gastrointestinal tracts of the fish, with fibers being the most common type, highlighting the prevalence of microplastic contamination in seafood from this region.
Ingested microplastics: a comparative analysis of contaminated shellfish from two sites in the Makassar Strait
Scientists compared microplastic contamination in shellfish from two sites in the Makassar Strait in Indonesia, finding microplastics in all samples tested. The types and amounts of microplastics varied between locations based on local oceanographic conditions and human activity. Since these shellfish are commonly eaten by local populations, the findings raise concerns about microplastic exposure through seafood consumption in the region.
The abundance and characteristics of microplastics in commonly consumed shellfish in the Jiangsu coastal region of China
Researchers measured microplastic abundance and characteristics in three commercially consumed shellfish species from Jiangsu, China, finding MPs in all species with clams containing the highest concentrations and fibers from fishing gear and textiles as the dominant type, estimating annual human intake from shellfish consumption.
Microplastic ingestion of blood cockles (Tegillarca granosa) in Kuala Juru, Pulau Pinang
Researchers quantified microplastic ingestion in blood cockles (Tegillarca granosa) collected from Kuala Juru, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia, identifying the types and abundances of microplastics present in these commercially harvested bivalves. The study documented microplastic contamination in this economically important shellfish species, raising concerns about human dietary exposure through seafood consumption.
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.
Abundance And Distribution Of Plastic Debris In Beach Sediment And Seawater Of The Northern Straits Of Malacca
Researchers surveyed the abundance and distribution of macro-, meso-, and microplastic debris in beach sediments and seawater along the Northern Straits of Malacca in Malaysia, providing baseline contamination data relevant to the country's national roadmap toward reducing single-use plastics.
An examination of the occurrence and potential risks of microplastics across various shellfish
Researchers compared microplastic contamination levels in commercial shellfish from northern (Qingdao) and southern (Xiamen) China, finding microplastics in 70-100% of samples. The study assessed potential human health risks from consuming contaminated shellfish, with microplastic abundances varying across species and geographic locations.
Microplastic Contamination in Commercially Important Fish from Labuan Bajo Fish Landing Site, Donggala, Central Sulawesi, Indonesia
Researchers analyzed microplastic contamination in commercially important fish species from an Indonesian fish landing station, quantifying MP abundance across species and tissues to assess food safety risks associated with consuming locally caught seafood.
Literature Review: Mikroplastik Pada Berbagai Jenis Kerang Serta Dampak Terhadap Kesehatan
This Indonesian literature review examined microplastic contamination in various shellfish species and its potential health impacts on consumers. Shellfish are filter feeders that accumulate microplastics from their surroundings, making them a direct route of human exposure through seafood consumption.
Characteristics of microplastics pollution in important commercial coastal seafood of Central Java, Indonesia
Researchers measured microplastic contamination in three commercially important seafoods from coastal Indonesia — milkfish, blood cockles, and green mussels — finding that all three contained plastic particles, with green mussels carrying the highest load at an average of 71 particles per individual. The variety of polymer types detected, including rubber and styrene compounds, confirms that microplastics are entering the human food chain through commonly consumed seafood.
Beneath the surface: Exploring microplastic intricacies in Anadara granosa
Researchers examined blood cockles from major cultivation areas across Peninsular Malaysia and found microplastics in every sample tested. The most common particles were small fragments and fibers, with the highest contamination on the west coast, raising concerns about human exposure since Malaysia is the world's largest exporter of this popular shellfish.
Microplastics analysis in Malaysian marine waters: A field study of Kuala Nerus and Kuantan
Researchers conducted the first detection of microplastics in Malaysian marine waters at Kuala Nerus and Kuantan, identifying plastic types and concentrations in surface waters from two sites representing different levels of anthropogenic activity.
Microplastic Contamination in Marine Ecosystem of Peninsular Malaysia: A Review in Marine Water, Sediment, and Marine Fish
This review examines microplastic contamination across marine surface waters, sediments, and fish in Peninsular Malaysia from studies published between 2015 and 2024. The researchers found significant knowledge gaps in several states and highlight the urgent need for standardized methodologies and more studies on microplastics in fish flesh for human health risk assessment.
Occurrence, sources and potential human health risk of microplastics in seafood species
Researchers measured microplastic occurrence in seafood products available in local markets, identifying plastics in multiple species including fish, shrimp, and bivalves, and estimated potential human dietary intake based on consumption data. The study found that seafood lovers could ingest thousands of microplastic particles per year through regular consumption, with shellfish representing the highest per-serving exposure.