Palytoxin - Wikipedia
Palytoxin, PTX [3] or PLTX [4] is an intense vasoconstrictor, [1] and is considered to be one of the most poisonous non-protein substances known, second only to maitotoxin in terms of toxicity in mice.
What is Palytoxin Poisoning? - The Beginners Reef
Palytoxin is a powerful toxin found in some corals that can cause serious health problems if inhaled or ingested. Learn how to recognize the symptoms, avoid the risk of infection and get medical help if needed.
Palytoxin - American Chemical Society
2018年2月20日 · Palytoxin is a high–molecular mass fatty polyalcohol produced by zoanthid corals of the genus Palythoa. It is one of the most toxic nonprotein compounds known and contains one of the longest carbon chain of all naturally occurring molecules.
Palytoxin: The History, Pharmacology, and How to Protect …
2017年5月5日 · Palytoxin is a highly toxic non-protein compound found in some zoanthids and other marine organisms. Learn about its structure, mode of action, symptoms, and how to protect yourself from exposure.
Palytoxin and Analogs: Biological and Ecological Effects - PMC
Palytoxin (PTX) is a potent marine toxin that was originally found in soft corals from tropical areas of the Pacific Ocean. Soon after, its occurrence was observed in numerous other marine organisms from the same ecological region.
Palytoxin Keratitis - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf
2023年7月18日 · Palytoxin (PTX) is an ocular irritant potentially found in various soft corals (e.g., zoanthids) and other marine life commonly found in saltwater home aquariums. It is difficult to determine which soft coral species harbor PTX, and all should be assumed toxic.
History and Toxinology of Palytoxins - MDPI
2024年9月26日 · Palytoxins are highly potent and complex marine toxins produced by zoanthids, dinoflagellates, and cyanobacteria. This review covers the discovery, structure, mechanism, and effects of palytoxins on human health and marine ecosystems.
Palytoxin - an overview | ScienceDirect Topics
Palytoxin is a potent marine toxin that binds to and activates the Na+/K+ ATPase, a membrane pump that regulates ion gradients. Learn about its structure, mechanism, effects, and interactions with other molecules from various chapters and articles on ScienceDirect Topics.
Palytoxins: Toxicological Profile | SpringerLink
2016年2月2日 · Learn about palytoxin (PLTX), a complex and potent toxin produced by corals, dinoflagellates, and cyanobacteria. Find out its chemical structure, sources, toxicity, and human health effects after different exposure routes.
Palytoxin | C129H223N3O54 | CID 11105289 - PubChem
Palytoxin is a polyol marine coelenterate toxin composed of substituted N-3-hydroxypropyl-trans-3-amidoacrylamides and produced by species of Palythoa and Zoanthus soft corals (collectively called zoantharians), either as a defence mechanism or to assist them in capturing prey.