We can't find the internet
Attempting to reconnect
Something went wrong!
Hang in there while we get back on track
Papers
61,005 resultsShowing papers similar to Standardized trimodal histopathological examination for microplastic detection and tissue-level assessment in green mussels (Perna viridis) cultivated near an industrial estate in Rayong, Thailand
ClearPreliminary Study and First Evidence of Presence of Microplastics in Green Mussel, Perna viridis from Phuket
Green mussels (Perna viridis) collected from a canal in Phuket, Thailand were examined in a preliminary study and found to contain microplastics in their tissues. The study provides initial evidence of microplastic contamination in commercially important Thai coastal mussels and establishes baseline data for future monitoring.
Histological Alteration of Green Mussel Perna viridis Organs Exposed to Microplastics
Researchers exposed green mussels Perna viridis to three microplastic concentrations for seven days and examined tissue histology in gills, hepatopancreas, and gonads, finding dose-dependent increases in tissue alteration with the hepatopancreas being the most sensitive organ. The study confirms histological biomarkers in mussel organs can serve as useful indicators of microplastic exposure in ecotoxicological assessments.
Assessment of Microplastics in Green Mussel (Perna viridis) and Surrounding Environments around Sri Racha Bay, Thailand
Researchers assessed microplastic contamination in seawater, sediments, and green mussels (Perna viridis) around Sri Racha Bay, Thailand, finding seasonal variation with higher levels during the wet season and confirming that mussels bioaccumulate microplastics from their surrounding environment.
Evaluation of Microplastics in the Shell and Soft Tissues of Green Mussel, Perna viridis from N4 Beach and Pulicat Lake, Tamil Nadu, India
Researchers collected green mussels (Perna viridis) from two sites in Tamil Nadu, India, and used peroxide oxidation and FTIR to quantify and characterize microplastics in shells and soft tissues. Site 1 (Chennai beach) had higher average contamination at 228 particles per mussel, with soft tissues containing more microplastics than shells across both locations.
Occurrence and human health risks of microplastics in the Bay of Bengal using Perna viridis as sentinel species
Researchers found microplastics in water, sediment, and green mussel tissues at every site tested across five locations in the Bay of Bengal. The mussels showed tissue damage including inflammation and cell death linked to microplastic accumulation, with the digestive gland carrying the highest burden. Since these mussels are consumed by local communities, the findings raise direct concerns about human microplastic exposure through seafood.
Microplastics contamination in the green mussels (Perna viridis) cultured for human consumption in Thailand
Researchers investigated microplastic contamination in green mussels farmed for human consumption at two sites in Thailand's Gulf coast. They found microplastics in 100% of water, sediment, and mussel samples, with fibers being the most common shape and polyethylene terephthalate the most frequent polymer type. The study estimates that Thai consumers eating mussels could ingest thousands of microplastic particles annually, highlighting the need for monitoring aquaculture products.
Abundance and characteristics of microplastic in cultured green mussels Perna viridis in Sorsogon Bay, Philippines
Researchers found microplastics in cultured green mussels (Perna viridis) from Sorsogon Bay, Philippines, ranging from 0.31 to 2.57 items per individual, with smaller-sized mussels showing the highest MP loads and organosiloxane and polyethylene terephthalate as the dominant polymer types.
Microplastics Contamination in Commercial Green Mussels from Selected Wet Markets in Thailand
Researchers quantified microplastic contamination in commercially sold green mussels from Thai wet markets, providing the first assessment of MP levels in market-sold mussel species in Thailand and estimating potential human dietary exposure.
Kontaminasi Mikroplastik pada Perna viridis di Teluk Lampung
Researchers found microplastic contamination in green mussels (Perna viridis) from Lampung Bay, Indonesia, with mean whole-tissue abundance of 0.53 particles/g, gill organs containing significantly more microplastics than digestive organs, and fiber fragments under 100 µm being the most common type.
Efficiency assessment of microplastic extraction from green mussel \(\textit{Perna viridis}\) Linnaeus
This study evaluated and optimized laboratory extraction methods for isolating and identifying microplastics from the tissues of green mussels, which accumulate plastic particles through their filter-feeding habits. Reliable extraction methods are essential for accurately quantifying microplastic contamination in shellfish consumed by humans.
Development and optimization of a standard method for extraction of microplastics in mussels by enzyme digestion of soft tissues
Researchers optimized methods for digesting mussel soft tissue and extracting microplastics for analysis, finding that sodium hydroxide and enzymatic digestion both achieved high recoveries (~93%) while acid digestion damaged certain plastic types. The validated method provides a reliable protocol for monitoring microplastic contamination in commercially important bivalves.
Contamination of microplastic in bivalve: first evaluation in Vietnam
For the first time in Vietnam, microplastics were detected inside green mussels (Perna viridis), with fibers and fragments being the most common types. Given that mussels are widely eaten in Vietnam, this raises concerns about microplastic exposure through seafood.
Ingestion of microplastics and its potential for causing structural alterations and oxidative stress in Indian green mussel Perna viridis– A multiple biomarker approach
Researchers investigated microplastic contamination in sediment and its effects on Indian green mussels (Perna viridis) near Chennai, India. They found that fibers were the most common microplastic type, and that ingested microplastics caused structural damage to gill tissue, hemocyte infiltration, and oxidative stress in the mussels, indicating significant biological impacts from environmental microplastic exposure.
Detection and quantification of microplastics from cultured green mussel Perna viridis in Bacoor Bay, Cavite, Philippines
Microplastics were found in green mussels from Bacoor Bay in the Philippines, with an average of several particles per individual, confirming that commercially farmed bivalves in Southeast Asia are contaminated and representing a potential human exposure route through seafood consumption.
Distribution patterns of microplastics in various tissues of the Zhikong scallop (Chlamys farreri) and in the surrounding culture seawater
This study examined microplastic distribution across nine different tissue types in the Zhikong scallop and in the surrounding seawater from three coastal aquaculture areas, finding microplastics in digestive glands, gills, and mantles. The broad tissue distribution of microplastics in edible scallops means that simply removing digestive organs before consumption does not fully eliminate human microplastic exposure.
Extraction and identification of microplastics from mussels: Method development and preliminary results
Scientists developed and validated a method for extracting and identifying microplastics from mussel tissue, then applied it to measure contamination in commercially harvested mussels. The method produced reliable, reproducible results, providing a practical tool for monitoring microplastic levels in one of the world's most widely consumed shellfish.
Qualitative Assessment and Management of Microplastics in Asian Green Mussels (Perna viridis) Cultured in Bacoor Bay,Cavite, Phillipines
Green mussels cultured in Bacoor Bay in the Philippines were found to contain microplastics, which can accumulate persistent organic pollutants in the tissues of filter-feeding shellfish. Since green mussels are widely consumed as food, the findings raise food safety concerns about the combined exposure to microplastics and associated chemical contaminants.
Development of a toolbox for the analysis of microplastic-tissue interactions in two benthic freshwater organisms
Researchers developed a histological toolbox to analyze microplastic-tissue interactions in two benthic freshwater invertebrates, addressing the methodological gap in available protocols for detecting whether ingested microplastics simply pass through the gut or accumulate at specific tissue zones and translocate into organism tissues.
THE RELATIONSHIP OF MICROPLASTIC ABUNDANCE IN GREEN MUSSEL Perna viridis AND THE WATERS OF MANGKANG BEACH, SEMARANG
A study of green mussels (Perna viridis) farmed in a coastal area of Semarang, Indonesia found microplastics in both the surrounding water and mussel tissue, with statistical analysis confirming a significant relationship between water contamination levels and mussel body burden. Because green mussels are widely consumed locally, this finding highlights a direct pathway for microplastic exposure through seafood in the region.
EFFECT OF MICROPLASTIC ON GREEN MUSSEL Perna viridis: EXPERIMENTAL APPROACH
Researchers experimentally exposed green mussels (Perna viridis) to microplastics under controlled laboratory conditions and observed effects on feeding activity, tissue accumulation, and physiological stress responses. The study provides empirical evidence that microplastic ingestion causes measurable biological harm in this commercially harvested bivalve species.
Histopathological and cytochemical analysis of ingested polyethylenepowder in the digestive gland of the blue mussel, Mytilus edulis (L.)
Researchers examined the damage caused by ingested polyethylene powder in the digestive glands of blue mussels using microscopy and chemical staining, providing histological evidence of cellular effects. The study demonstrated that physical ingestion of plastic particles causes measurable tissue-level harm in the digestive organs of these widely consumed shellfish.
Identification of microplastics in mollusks using an optical microscope
Researchers developed and tested optical microscope-based methods for identifying microplastics in mollusks following tissue digestion. The study evaluated factors affecting tissue decomposition and found that careful protocol design was essential for reliable MP detection in shellfish commonly consumed by humans.
Morphological analysis approach to detect microfiber contamination in Mytilus galloprovincialis
Researchers investigated microfiber contamination in Mediterranean mussels (Mytilus galloprovincialis) using morphological analysis, finding microplastic presence in 65% of analyzed specimens and demonstrating that mussels serve as effective bioindicators for assessing environmental microplastic exposure.
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.