Abstract:Saxitoxin (STX) is a potent neurotoxin that is biosynthesized
by
toxic dinoflagellates and accumulated in shellfish via the food chain.
STX and its various analogues are now monitored in shellfish by the
hygiene authorities in many countries with instrumental analytical
methods, which require calibration with standards. Unfortunately,
STX is registered as a chemical warfare agent in Schedule 1 of the
Chemical Weapons Convention, and this has made it difficult to import
calibration standards into some countries… Show more
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