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Bioactivity of polysaccharides derived from bivalves
Karsoon Tan1, Si-Yuan Lu2, Kianann Tan1
1College of Marine Science, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Beibu Gulf Biodiversity Conservation, Beibu Gulf Ocean Development Research Center, Beibu Gulf University, Qinzhou, Guangxi, China.
International Journal of Biological Macromolecules
|August 4, 2023
Summary
Bivalve polysaccharides show promising anticancer, antioxidant, and immunomodulatory activities. This review organizes information on their bioactivity, aiding in identifying health benefits from various bivalve species.
Area of Science:
- Marine Biology
- Biochemistry
- Pharmacology
Background:
- Bivalves are diverse aquatic mollusks rich in polysaccharides.
- These polysaccharides have potential applications in food, pharmaceuticals, and research.
- Existing information on bivalve polysaccharide bioactivity is fragmented.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct a comprehensive scientific review of bivalve-derived polysaccharide bioactivity.
- To consolidate and organize scattered data on this topic.
- To provide a guide for understanding the health benefits of bivalve polysaccharides.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature review of scientific reports.
- Analysis of studies detailing polysaccharide extraction and purification.
- Evaluation of reported bioactivity data.
Main Results:
- Bivalve polysaccharides exhibit diverse bioactivities, including anticancer, antioxidant, anticoagulant, and immunomodulatory effects.
- Bioactivity is influenced by bivalve species, extraction, and purification methods.
- A comprehensive overview of these bioactivities has been compiled.
Conclusions:
- Bivalve polysaccharides represent a valuable source of bioactive compounds.
- Further research can leverage this organized information to explore specific health applications.
- This review serves as a foundational guide for future investigations into bivalve-derived biomolecules.
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