The Toxicity Effect of Detergent on Enzymatic and Protein Activities of African Mud Catfish (Clarias gariepinus)

Background and Objective: Linear Alkyl Benzene Sulfonates is one of the most overused surfactants and one of the most challenging emerging poisons that wastewater treatment plants and other users constantly release into the environment. This study evaluated the toxicity of Linear Alkyl Benzene Sulfonates (LABS) in post-juveniles of Nile tilapia, a common wetland fish. Materials and Methods: The fish were self-bred in a serene atmosphere and were induced with low doses of LABS for thirty days after which changes in clinical indices were evaluated in the major tissues in the fish. The glutathione S-transferase (GST), superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT), globulin and albumin. GST and SOD activities in the red blood corpuscles were assessed at 7-day intervals, CAT was accessed in the liver, kidney and gills on days 2nd and 30th. Similarly, the globulin and albumin in the sera were measured on days 2nd and 30th. The enzyme activities were evaluated with standardized methods. Results: A duration and concentration-dependent rise of GST activity was seen in the erythrocytes of the circhlid induced with different toxicant concentrations. The SOD activity did not markedly differ between treatments (p>0.05) and they were indistinguishable from the reference treatment. The activity of catalase was in the order of, liver>gills>kidney and when compared with the untreated fish, the enzyme activities in the organs were significantly (p<0.05) higher. Compared to the control, albumin and globulin were suppressed over time and at different doses, although the decrease was significant (p<0.05) in all treatments except 0.20 mg LG 1 of LABS treatment. Conclusion: The present investigation has attempted to provide a framework for the implication of one of the frequently readily available surfactants in coastal counties, observations that call for the precautionary use of detergents in this region.

show abstract

scite is a Brooklyn-based organization that helps researchers better discover and understand research articles through Smart Citations–citations that display the context of the citation and describe whether the article provides supporting or contrasting evidence. scite is used by students and researchers from around the world and is funded in part by the National Science Foundation and the National Institute on Drug Abuse of the National Institutes of Health.

Contact Info

customersupport@researchsolutions.com

10624 S. Eastern Ave., Ste. A-614

Henderson, NV 89052, USA

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Blog Terms and Conditions API Terms Privacy Policy Contact Cookie Preferences Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information

Made with 💙 for researchers

Part of the Research Solutions Family.

The Toxicity Effect of Detergent on Enzymatic and Protein Activities of African Mud Catfish (Clarias gariepinus)

Abstract: J o u rn al of En v ir o n m en tal & A n a ly ti c al Toxico lo g y

Cited by 2 publications

References 14 publications

Linear Alkylbenzene Sulphonate (LAS) in Nile delta lagoon and its effects on hematological and biochemical parameters in Nile Tilapia, Oreochromis niloticus

Linear Alkylbenzene Sulphonate (LAS) in Nile delta lagoon and its effects on hematological and biochemical parameters in Nile Tilapia, Oreochromis niloticus

In vitro Assessment of Antioxidant Enzymes in Oreochromis niloticus Induced with Linear Alkyl Benzene Sulfonates

Contact Info

Product

Resources

About