Publications by authors named "Hemla Naik Tejaswi"
Implications of deltamethrin on hematology, cardiac pathology, and gene expression in Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) and its possible amelioration with Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus).
Vadavanath Prabhakaran Vineetha Hemla Naik Tejaswi Nediyirippil Suresh Sooraj Sweta Das Devika Pillai
Vet Res Commun
April 2024
Article Synopsis
- Deltamethrin (DM) is a commonly used insecticide that is highly toxic to fish, impacting their cardiovascular and nervous systems by targeting sodium channels.
- This study explored the protective effects of Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus) against DM-induced heart damage in Nile tilapia, showing that varying concentrations of its extract helped reduce harmful blood markers and restore electrolyte balance.
- The results indicated that Shatavari not only mitigated oxidative stress and apoptosis caused by DM but also improved heart tissue health and gene expression related to heart function in the treated fish.
Deltamethrin (DM) is one of the most toxic but widely used pyrethroid insecticides. Even though a non-target animal, fish are at high risk as they are deficient in the enzyme system that hydrolyses pyrethroids. Enhancing the immune system is a potential method in preventing fish diseases.
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