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This project will assess the data obtained from the FSAS Inshore Shellfish Monitoring Programme collected between 2004-2006. This is to follow up from a previous FSAS study (S01026) which analysed the same data collected from 2001-2004. This will allow more accurate analyses of seasonal and temporal trends of the biotoxin groups Amnesic Shellfish Poisoning (ASP), Diarrhetic Shellfish Poisoning (DSP), Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning (PSP) to be conducted.
Research Approach:<BR> Statistical analysis of the 2004-2006 data will be undertaken to investigate further seasonal and temporal trend of all three biotoxin groups from shellfish harvested during this period. Where possible, the results data obtained during 2001-2004 data, generated from S01026, will be utilised and comparisons made to obtain more accurate information on these trends. The information will also be used to determine the suitability of the current sampling schemes used in the monitoring programme to address the risk of any toxic events being undetected based on the historical information. <p>
Results and findings:<BR>The study described the toxin trends for grouped production areas, highlighting periods during the year the risks of toxin occurrence throughout the year and identified periods of greatest risk. This information will be used to inform the Agency’s monitoring programme.
<p>Find more about this project and other FSA food safety-related projects at the <a href="http://www.food.gov.uk/science/research/" target="_blank">Food Standards Agency Research webpage</a>.