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2. Okadaic acid
2.1 Presentation of the toxin
Okadaic acid (figure 2 ) is a phycotoxin produced by dinoflagellates, notably of the genus Dinophysis . This toxin is ingested by filter-feeding bivalves, such as mussels and oysters, without affecting their smell, appearance or taste. The human senses are therefore of no use in assessing the toxicity of these foods. When contaminated seafood is consumed, gastrointestinal problems may occur. Okadaic acid is an inhibitor of protein phosphatases...
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Commission Regulation (EU) No 15/2011 of January 10, 2011 amending Regulation (EC) No 2074/2005 as regards recognized methods of analysis of marine biotoxins in live bivalve molluscs.
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