Abstract
This study examined the level of metals, metalloids, non–metals, and mineral elements in the edible parts as well as in other organs of Rapana venosa, obtained from the Eastern Black Sea. The concentrations of Ba, Ca, Cr, Co, Cu, Fe, Ni, P, Mo, Se, Pb, Sr, and Zn within the organs showed significant variations. The operculum possessed significantly higher Ba, Co, Cr, Fe, Mo, Pb, and Se, while the hepatopancreas had higher Ca, Cu, Ni, P, Sr, and Zn concentrations. The target hazard quotient (THQ) and total THQ were < 1, indicating no potential health risk to consumers.
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The authors have no conflicts of interest to declare.
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The data that support the findings of this study are available upon request from the corresponding author.
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Notes on contributors
Nigar Alkan
Nigar Alkan is the author of the research concept, did the sampling, and performed the laboratory work.
Ali Alkan
Ali Alkan analyzed and interpreted the data, and both authors took part in writing the manuscript.