The activity of glutathione S-transferase in hepatopancreas of Procambarus clarkii: seasonal variations and the influence of environmental pollutants

Comp Biochem Physiol C Comp Pharmacol Toxicol. 1991;100(1-2):65-6. doi: 10.1016/0742-8413(91)90124-c.

Abstract

1. The glutathione S-transferase activity in hepatopancreas of the American red crayfish Procambarus clarkii after 15 days' acclimatization in tap water aquaria was measured in specimens collected monthly for a whole year, and shows seasonal variation. 2. Previous data on the environmental pollution of Lake Albufera suggest a possible correlation with the activity tested in the different seasons of the year considering the results of non-acclimatized animals.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Astacoidea / enzymology*
  • Digestive System / enzymology
  • Glutathione Transferase / drug effects
  • Glutathione Transferase / metabolism*
  • Seasons*
  • Water Pollutants, Chemical / toxicity*

Substances

  • Water Pollutants, Chemical
  • Glutathione Transferase