Azaspiracid Shellfish Poisoning: A Review on the Chemistry, Ecology, and Toxicology with an Emphasis on Human Health Impacts

Azaspiracids (AZA) are polyether marine toxins that accumulate in various shellfish species and have been associated with severe gastrointestinal human intoxications since 1995. This toxin class has since been reported from several countries, including Morocco and much of western Europe. A regulator...

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Main Authors: Gregory J. Doucette, Philipp Hess, Nils Rehmann, Michael J. Twiner
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2008-05-01
Series:Marine Drugs
Subjects:
AZP
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1660-3397/6/2/39/