Update Of Mercury In Fish With A Focus On Its Current Status In Malaysia

Authors

  • Mohd Rosni Sulaiman Univerisiti Putra Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54987/jebat.v1i1.26

Keywords:

mercury contamination, mercury concentration in fish, toxicity

Abstract

Mercury poisoning is a serious threat to humans, and hence it is important to always keep up to date with current mercury levels in fish to avoid excessive accumulation of mercury. this mini review summarizes available data in the literature (2009–2013) on mercury contamination in fish with a focus on its current status in malaysia. issues on mercury in fish such as its determination and quantification, occurrence and toxicity are also discussedin this review. fish and seafood are abundant in malaysia and consumption of fish and seafood is widespread throughout the country. fish and fish products should be monitored from time to time to ensure that it is safe for human consumption. high risk groups like pregnant women and young children should avoid consuming fishes with known high level of mercury as they are more vulnerable and susceptible to mercury toxicity.

 

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Published

2013-12-27

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Sulaiman, M. R. (2013). Update Of Mercury In Fish With A Focus On Its Current Status In Malaysia. Journal of Environmental Bioremediation and Toxicology, 1(1), 14–19. https://doi.org/10.54987/jebat.v1i1.26

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Vol. 1 No. 1 (2013)

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