Seasonal variation in the expression pattern of heat shock protein 70 and 90 in Common carp () from Karataş Lake, Burdur, Türkiye.

Organisms have evolved defense mechanisms to protect themselves from stressful conditions. The expression of heat shock proteins is considered a valid indication of protection from the adverse effects of hostile conditions. In this study, we used immunohistochemistry to investigate the seasonal effects of some abiotic factors on heat shock protein 70 and 90 (HSP70 and HSP90) expression in the liver, gills, and muscle tissues of 24 Common carp () caught in Karataş Lake (Burdur, Türkiye) using gillnets of various mesh sizes.