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- MakaleAçık Erişim2024Scopus SJRQ4Oxidative and physiological effects of carvedilol, a beta–blocker, in Daphnia magna; [Efectos oxidativos fisiológicos del carvedilol, un betabloqueante, en Daphnia magna]
Seker, Engin
Carvedilol is a beta–blocker. Beta–blockers affect the heart and circulation. carvedilol is used to treat heart failure and hypertension. Although this substance has effects in humans and some animals, its effect on the physiological and antioxidant status of daphnids is unknown. The aim of this study was to determine the effect of carvedilol doses (0, 0.125, 0.45 and 0.90 mg·L-1) on physiological activities (heart rate, postabdominal paw activity and thoracic limb movements) and oxidative stress. In Daphnia magna; malondialdehyde (MDA), superoxide dismutase (SOD), catalase (CAT), total glutathione (GSH) and glutathione S transferase (GST) markers were examined. The activity of physiological parameters in D. magna exposed to all carvedilol concentrations was found to be lower than in the control group, and the differences were statistically significant (P<0.01). Application of carvedilol to D. magna resulted in lower GSH content in all groups throughout the experimental period. MDA, SOD, CAT and GST activity were improved. These findings indicate that carvedilol causes physiological and biochemical changes in D. magna. Daphnia species have great potential to provide valuable insights into the mechanisms of human medicine. More comprehensive research is needed on this subject.
- MakaleAçık Erişim2024Scopus SJRQ4Effect of naproxen on oxidative stress biomarkers in Gammarus pulex; [Efecto del naproxeno sobre los biomarcadores de estrés oxidativo en Gammarus pulex]
Seker, Engin
Non–steroidal anti–inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are a widely prescribed medication class that is used in the treatment of numerous conditions worldwide. Of these drugs, naproxen is the most commonly used NSAID. Following administration, non–steroidal anti–inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as naproxen are eliminated from the body in either their original chemical form or as metabolites, ultimately entering the aquatic environment. The current study sought to show the impacts of naproxen on the oxidant/antioxidant status of Gammarus pulex, an aquatic invertebrate (Amphipoda). Gammarus pulex were exposed to sublethal concentrations of naproxen (3.44, 6.87 and 13.75 mg·L-1) for 96 hours (h). Whole body tissue samples were collected after 24, 48 and 96 h of exposure and analysed to determine the oxidant/antioxidant status by quantifying malondialdehyde (MDA) and total glutathione levels (GSH), and superoxide dismutase (SOD), and catalase (CAT) activities of the G. pulex. The level of MDA exhibited a remarkable increase, while the endogenous GSH level showed a significant depletion in tested whole body tissues in a time–dependent manner after naproxen treatment of G. pulex. In G. pulex exposed to the highest dose of naproxen; decreases in GSH activity, SOD and CAT activities were observed.The SOD activity did not show a discernible rise in statistics after 24 and 48 h of exposure, however, a difference was observed after 96 h compared to the control group (P<0.05). The findings of this study demonstrated the capacity of naproxen to initiate oxidative stress and elevate MDA levels in G. pulex, even at remarkably low concentrations. This study emphasizes that it is essential to develop effective methodologies to impede naproxen entry into the aquatic environment.
- MakaleYalnız künye2015Scopus SJRQ3ANTIOXIDANT RESPONSES OF RAINBOW TROUT (Oncorhynchus mykiss) GILLS AFTER EXPOSURE TO HYDROGEN PEROXIDE
Seker, Engin; Ispir, Unal; Yonar, Serpil Mise; Yonar, M. Enis; Turk, Cebrahil
We evaluated antioxidant responses of Oncorhynchus mykiss, experimentally exposed to different concentrations of hidrogen peroxide (H2O2). Different concentrations of H2O2 (50 and 100 ppm) were administrated to the fish for 30, 60 and 90 min. Samples of the gill were collected at the end of the experiment, and analysed for their oxidant antioxidant status, including the malondialdehyde (MDA) level, the catalase (CAT) and glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px) activity as well as the reduced glutathione (GSH) concentration. Results obtained showed that H2O2 significantly increased MDA level. Compared to controls, GSH level and GSH-Px and CAT activities were significantly reduced in the fish that were exposed to different concentrations of H2O2. The current data suggest that H2O2 has an oxidative-stress-inducing potential in fish. The various parameters studied in this investigation can also be used as biomarkers of exposure to H2O2.
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İncele - MakaleAçık Erişim2013Scopus SJRQ2Effect of mixed use of thyme and fennel oils on biochemical properties and electrolytes in rainbow trout as a response to Yersinia ruckeri infection
Gulec, Azime Kucukgul; Danabas, Durali; Ural, Mesut; Seker, Engin; Arslan, Ali; Serdar, Osman
The aim of study was to compare the effects of supplementation of food with herbal oils (Thymus vulgaris and Foeniculum vulgare) on biochemical properties and electrolytes of rainbow trout infected with Yersinia ruckeri. In total, 120 healthy fish (mean weight 84 +/- 1.02 g) were equally divided into four experimental groups. The experimental study was carried out for one week. The first group was control without supplementation and infection, the second group was infected and without oil supplementation, the third group was supplemented with oils (10 ml.100 g(-1) rates) for one week and infected with Y ruckeri and the last group was oil supplemented without infection. Results indicated that fish fed with dietary supplements showed enhanced bactericidal activity, total protein, albumin, cholesterol, triglyceride and bilirubin compared to the control (P < 0.05). As the value of herbal oils was increased in diets, the plasma glucose level decreased. The levels of K, Na, Ca, and Mg increased whereas Cl values decreased, compared to the control. It can be concluded that diet supplementation with herb oils used in this study can increase disease resistance by increasing levels of some biochemical parameters and electrolytes in rainbow trout to Y ruckeri infection.
AtıfWoS41OpenAlex52İncele - MakaleAçık Erişim2012Scopus SJRQ2Investigation of Yersinia ruckeri Infection in Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss Walbaum 1792) Farms by Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) and Bacteriological Culture
Seker, Engin; Karahan, Murat; Ispir, Unal; Çetinkaya, Burhan; Saglam, Naim; Sarieyyüpoglu, Mustafa
This study has been carried out to investigate the presence of Yersinia ruckeri, the causative agent of Enteric Red Mouth (ERM) disease, in rainbow trout fish breeding farms located in Elazig and Malatya provinces in Eastern Turkey. For this purpose, bacteriological culture and a specific polymerase chain reaction (PCR) have been compare with examine blood and intestine samples collected from adult and young rainbow trout fish as well as water samples collected from all the farms. Y. ruckeri was isolated and identified from eight of the 17 fish farms giving a proportion of 52.9% at fish farm. The disease was noted in five of the rainbow trout farms located in Elazig and three of the 11 rainbow trout farms located in Malatya. The agent was detected in five of the six young fish breeding farms. The isolation percentages of the causative agent at fish level were calculated as 25.7% (131/510) in adult and 31.7% (19/60) in young fish, giving an overall proportion of 26.3% (150/570). All the isolates have been successfully identified as Y ruckeri by species-specific PCR. No isolation could be made from water samples. It is therefore concluded that Y. ruckeri infection poses a significant threat to the fish farms in the study area and necessary precautions should urgently be taken in order to minimize economical losses due to ERM disease. A specific PCR can be utilized successfully in aquaculture for rapid identification of bacterial agents which will help to prevent spread of infectious diseases and will therefore contribute to the productivity of fishery sector.
AtıfWoS6OpenAlex7İncele - MakaleYalnız künye2011Scopus SJRQ2Immunostimulating Effect of Levamisole on Spleen and Head-Kidney Leucocytes of Rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss, Walbaum 1792)
Seker, Engin; Ispir, Unal; Dörücü, Mustafa
An in vitro cultivation method for spleen and head kidney organ section were used to investigate the effects of levamisole on the immune response. After 10 days of culture with 10 mu g/ml, 50 mu g/ml and 100 mu g/ml or no levamisole in the culture media, the non specific defense reaction were measured by glass-adherent NBT (nitroblue tetrazolium) positive cells activation and phagocytic activity. Elevation in phagocytic activity was found for 10 mu g/ml and 50 mu g/ml levels of levamisole (P < 0.001), but no differences were found at levels of phagocytic activity in between 100 mu g/ml levamisole groups and control groups (P > 0.05). In the spleen and head kidney leucocytes, increased response to levamisole was shawn for all doses in the glass-adherent NBT positive cells activation.
AtıfWoS7İncele - MakaleAçık Erişim2010Scopus SJRQ3Effects of cypermethrin on antioxidant status, oxidative stress biomarkers, behavior, and mortality in the freshwater mussel Unio elongatulus eucirrus
Köprücü, Kenan; Yonar, Serpil Mise; Seker, Engin
In this study, the effects of cypermethrin on antioxidant status, oxidative stress biomarkers, behavior, and mortality in the freshwater mussel Unto elongatulus eucirrus were examined. Cypermethrin was applied at concentrations of 5, 10, 20, 40, 80, and 160 mu g/L, for 1, 24, 48, 72, and 96 h. With increasing cypermethrin concentrations, the mussels showed significantly (P < 0.05) increased lipid peroxidation (MDA), which might be associated with decreased levels of reduced glutathione (GSH) and catalase (CAT) activity in the digestive glands and gills of the mussels. Negative correlations were observed between the MDA and the GSH and CAT levels after cypermethrin exposure, indicating a protective role of GSH and CAT against lipid peroxidation, and suggesting the use of these antioxidants as a potential biomarker of toxicity associated with contaminant exposure in freshwater mussels. In addition, at 5 mu g/L, cypermethrin had no effect on the duration of the active and rest periods. All higher concentrations caused inhibition of the filtration activity by reducing the active periods and lengthening the rest periods. The active periods shortened as the cypermethrin concentrations increased, the reduction being 90% of the control at 160 mu g/L. Rest periods were longest (237% longer than the control) at 160 mu g/L. The 48, 72, and 96 h LC50 values of cypermethrin for mussels were determined as 96.50, 77.96, and 59.20 mu g/L, respectively (P < 0.05). The results indicate that the insecticide cypermethrin has a harmful effect not only on nontarget aquatic arthropods and fish, but also on mollusks, although the sensitivity of mussels is less than that of fish. Being a general toxicant for aquatic life, cypermethrin should be used with great caution in agriculture to protect natural waters from contamination.
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