Bivalve molluscs stand out for their ecological success and their key role in the functioning of
aquatic ecosystems, while also constituting a very valuable commercial resource. Both …

Mussels were exposed to di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP)(0.4 mg L− 1 and 4.0 mg L− 1)
for 24 h and 48 h and its effect on hemocyte cellular composition and spontaneous reactive …

Bivalve mollusks are frequently subjected to fluctuations of dissolved oxygen concentration
in the environment which can represent a significant threat to bivalve antioxidant status. In …

Hemocytes are the main immune cells in bivalve mollusks and one of the sensitive targets
for nanoparticle toxicity. Bivalve hemocytes consist of multiple functional heterogeneous cell …

Oysters are an excellent biomonitor of coastal pollution and the hyper-accumulator of toxic
metals such as copper and zinc (Zn). One unique feature of molluscs is their hemocytes …

Copper (Cu) is hyperaccumulated in oyster hemocytes and is an essential trace metal
indispensable for diverse innate immune functions. However, the roles of Cu in oyster …

Bisphenol A (BPA), a common industrial chemical with estrogenic activity, has recently
gained attention due to its well-documented negative effects on humans and other …

The effect of water acidification in combination with normoxia or hypoxia on the antioxidant
capacity and oxidative stress markers in gills and hemolymph of the Mediterranean mussel …

Hemocytes are the circulating cells of the hemolymph of oysters and are responsible for
numerous physiological functions, including immune defense. The oyster Crassostrea gasar …

Bivalve mollusks are widely spread in shallow areas where they are subjected to
fluctuations of dissolved oxygen concentration. The rapidly occurring hypoxia can represent …