Lipophilic biotoxins in live bivalve molluscs (Ruditapes decussatus) origin Portugal
- Classification
- Information notification for attention
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- bivalve molluscs and products thereof
- Hazard
- Diarrhoeic Shellfish Poisoning (DSP) toxins okadaic acid - {natural toxins (other)}
- Origin
- Portugal
- Notifier
- Spain
What is this? Some clams from Portugal may have tiny poisons called okadaic acid. These poisons can make you sick with stomach pain and diarrhea.
What's happening? Spain found these poisons in clams called Ruditapes decussatus. They are warning people not to eat them.
Does this affect me? If you live in Spain and have bought these clams, you might be at risk.
What should I do? Do not eat the clams. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you feel sick after eating seafood.
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Classification: Information notification for attention · Risk: Serious · Category: bivalve molluscs and products thereof · Hazard: Diarrhoeic Shellfish Poisoning (DSP) toxins okadaic acid - {natural toxins (other)} · Origin: Portugal · Notifier: Spain
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