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. 1976 Mar 5;191(4230):945-6.
doi: 10.1126/science.1251203.

Field evaluation of benzopyrene hydroxylase induction as a monitor for marine petroleum pollution

J F Payne

Field evaluation of benzopyrene hydroxylase induction as a monitor for marine petroleum pollution

J F Payne. Science. .

Abstract

Fish from petroleum-contaminated sites in the marine environment have elevated levels of benzopyrene hydroxylase activity in liver and gill tissue. This sublethal response appears to be a practical biological monitor for marine petroleum pollution.

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