Publications by authors named "Ashley L Abram"
Harmful Algae
January 2024
Article Synopsis
- Ciguatera poisoning (CP) is a widespread seafood poisoning caused by ciguatoxins (CTXs) from dinoflagellates consumed by reef fish, impacting thousands annually.
- Several challenges hinder effective monitoring and surveillance of CP, including the low concentration of toxins in seafood, limited knowledge on their toxicity, and a shortage of standard reference materials.
- A new conceptual model suggests effective monitoring strategies by focusing on specific macrophytes for toxin measurement and adapting these strategies seasonally and regionally, potentially creating an "early warning" system for CP outbreaks.
