Tetrodotoxin: Chemistry, Toxicity, Source, Distribution and Detection
Tetrodotoxin (TTX) is a naturally occurring toxin that has been responsible for human intoxications and fatalities. Its usual route of toxicity is via the ingestion of contaminated puffer fish which are a culinary delicacy, especially in Japan. TTX was believed to be confined to regions of South Eas...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2014-02-01
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| Series: | Toxins |
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| Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/2072-6651/6/2/693 |