Toxicity Evaluation and Tissue Damaging Effects of Lead in Labeo Rohita: Lead Toxicity and Tissue Damage in Labeo Rohita

Muhammad Ahsan Raza; Syeda Alveena Hashmi; Ali Hasan; Husna Ahmad

doi:10.54393/fbt.v4i01.106

Authors

Muhammad Ahsan Raza Institute of Zoology, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
Syeda Alveena Hashmi Institute of Zoology, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
Ali Hasan Honeybee Research Garden, Institute of Zoology, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
Husna Ahmad Institute of Zoology, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54393/fbt.v4i01.106

Keywords:

Lead Toxicity, Labeo Rohita, Biomagnification, Tissue Damage, Aquatic Pollution

Abstract

Heavy metal contamination of aquatic ecosystems due to industrialization and anthropogenic activities has become a serious global issue. Toxic effects of these heavy metals are posing a major threat to the aquatic organisms especially fish. Fishes exposed to lead (Pb), exhibit a wide-range of effects including muscular and neurological degeneration and destruction, growth inhibition, mortality, reproductive problems, and paralysis. Many fish species are used as food source by man. Bio magnification of these metals makes them hazardous for humans. Objective: To evaluate the acute toxicity (96-hr LC₅₀ and lethal concentrations) of Pb in Labeo rohita and the effect of various sub-lethal doses of Pb on different organs (Gills, Liver, and Muscles) of fish. Methods: Live fish samples (150) were shifted from hatchery to laboratory. To measure metal (Pb), accumulation in fish body inductively coupled Plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS) was performed. Results: Acute toxicity (96-hr LC₅₀) of Pb was observed as 52.20 mg/l, while Pb accumulation was noted more in gills as compared to liver and muscles. Conclusions: This study will provide baseline information for the control of aquatic pollution and conservation of aquatic organisms

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