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[Mercury content in fish].

S Velev, D Sergeeva

    Veterinarno-Meditsinski Nauki
    |January 1, 1977
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Mercury levels in mackerel, scad, and merluccius fish are well below international safety standards. This study confirms these popular seafood options are safe for consumption regarding mercury content.

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    Area of Science:

    • Environmental Science
    • Food Safety
    • Marine Biology

    Context:

    • Assessing heavy metal contamination in commercially important fish species.
    • Evaluating mercury levels in fish sourced from oceanic and Black Sea fisheries.
    • Monitoring seafood safety for public health protection.

    Purpose:

    • To quantify mercury content in mackerel, scad, and merluccius.
    • To compare mercury levels against established international and national safety standards.
    • To determine the safety of these fish species for human consumption.

    Summary:

    • Mercury levels in merluccius averaged 0.088 ppm (range 0.036-0.16 ppm).
    • Mackerel samples showed an average mercury content of 0.075 ppm (range 0.04-0.13 ppm).

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  • Scad contained an average of 0.059 ppm mercury (range 0.03-0.085 ppm).
  • All investigated fish species exhibited mercury levels significantly lower than WHO, FAO, USA, Canada, and France standards.

    • Impact:

    • Provides crucial data for regulatory bodies and fisheries management.
    • Reassures consumers about the safety of commonly consumed fish.
    • Contributes to the understanding of mercury bioaccumulation in marine ecosystems.