Human Poisoning from Marine Toxins: Unknowns for Optimal Consumer Protection

Marine biotoxins are produced by aquatic microorganisms and accumulate in shellfish or finfish following the food web. These toxins usually reach human consumers by ingestion of contaminated seafood, although other exposure routes like inhalation or contact have also been reported and may cause seri...

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Main Authors: Natalia Vilariño, M. Carmen Louzao, Paula Abal, Eva Cagide, Cristina Carrera, Mercedes R. Vieytes, Luis M. Botana
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-08-01
Series:Toxins
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2072-6651/10/8/324