The potential use of biomarkers in ecological risk assessment is explored. The biomarker concept, initially developed to form a basis for studies at the individual/population level, is extended to include community and ecosystem level studies. A strategy is outlined in which biomarkers might be used to assess chemical exposure and the cumulative, adverse effects of toxicants on biota in situ. Protocols for identifying communities, species and populations most at risk are described. The role of biomarkers in the evaluation of the effectiveness of remedial action to alleviate pollution is discussed. It is proposed that, in addition to biomarker measurements on samples obtained from organisms at field sites, biomarker screening tests should be initiated in the laboratory with a range of new chemicals and organisms relevant to the field sites thought to be at risk. This will help to establish links between laboratory-based testing and adverse effects in situ.

Depledge, M.H., Fossi, M.C. (1994). The role of biomarkers in environmental assessment (2). Invertebrates. ECOTOXICOLOGY, 3(3), 161-172 [10.1007/BF00117081].

The role of biomarkers in environmental assessment (2). Invertebrates

FOSSI, M. C.
1994-01-01

Abstract

The potential use of biomarkers in ecological risk assessment is explored. The biomarker concept, initially developed to form a basis for studies at the individual/population level, is extended to include community and ecosystem level studies. A strategy is outlined in which biomarkers might be used to assess chemical exposure and the cumulative, adverse effects of toxicants on biota in situ. Protocols for identifying communities, species and populations most at risk are described. The role of biomarkers in the evaluation of the effectiveness of remedial action to alleviate pollution is discussed. It is proposed that, in addition to biomarker measurements on samples obtained from organisms at field sites, biomarker screening tests should be initiated in the laboratory with a range of new chemicals and organisms relevant to the field sites thought to be at risk. This will help to establish links between laboratory-based testing and adverse effects in situ.
1994
Depledge, M.H., Fossi, M.C. (1994). The role of biomarkers in environmental assessment (2). Invertebrates. ECOTOXICOLOGY, 3(3), 161-172 [10.1007/BF00117081].
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