Long-term exposure toemamectin benzoate induces alterations in transaminase activity in zebrafish (danio rerio)
Emamectin benzoate (EMB), a macrocyclic lactone insecticide, is extensively used to control insect pests in agriculture and management of parasites in aquaculture farms. Owing to its widespread application, EMB has been detected in soil and water samples throughout the world and raised environmental pollution concerns. Due to itshigh efficiency, persistence, residue and bioaccumulation properties, EMB has caused adverse effects on aquatic organisms. Thus, in the current study, the toxicity of EMB on marker enzymes of zebrafish (Danio rerio) was assessed.