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Parasitism as a source of potential distortion in studies on endocrine disrupting chemicals in molluscs.

Authors :
Morley, Neil J.
Source :
Marine Pollution Bulletin; Nov2006, Vol. 52 Issue 11, p1330-1332, 3p
Publication Year :
2006

Abstract

Abstract: The effects of endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDC) on molluscs in both marine and freshwater polluted environments are a continuing area of concern resulting in many field and laboratory studies. However, molluscs are commonly infected with trematode parasites which, in order to obtain sufficient nutrients for their own development, naturally disrupt the functioning of the endocrine system of the host. The physiological effects of parasitisation on the reproduction and immune response of molluscs are summarised, using a number of examples, and the implications for EDC studies are discussed. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0025326X
Volume :
52
Issue :
11
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Marine Pollution Bulletin
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
22968353
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.marpolbul.2006.08.025