Publications by authors named "Ugwu Mathias N"
J Aquat Anim Health
December 2020
Article Synopsis
- The study examined the genotoxic effects of different concentrations of NPK fertilizer on juvenile African Catfish over 28 days, including a recovery period.
- The exposure resulted in increased formation of micronuclei in the fish's blood cells, indicating DNA damage, particularly at higher concentrations.
- Changes in oxidative stress biomarkers showed elevated lipid peroxidation and reduced antioxidant enzyme activities, highlighting potential harm from fertilizer use in aquatic environments, with recommendations for cautious application to protect non-target species.
