Title of article :
Bioaccumulation and histopathological alteration of total lead in selected fishes from Manila Bay, Philippines
Author/Authors :
Su, Glenn L. Sia University of the Philippines - Biology Department, Philippines , Ramos, Gliceria B. De La Salle University - Biology Department, Philippines , Su, Maria Lilibeth L. Sia University of the Philippines - College of Medicine, Philippines
Abstract :
This study aims to assess the bioaccumulation of total lead and the effect of heavy metal on the muscles of fish obtained in the coastal lagoon of the Manila Bay. Fish species muscles were assessed for lead concentrations and were examined for histological alterations. Results showed that lead bioaccumulation in the muscles, and a degree of disintegration in the muscle fibers of all the fish examined were found.
Keywords :
Heavy metal , Histopathology , Muscle
Journal title :
Saudi Journal of Biological Sciences
Journal title :
Saudi Journal of Biological Sciences
