Does Nodularin present a risk to human health and seafood industries?

NodularinNodularin has been associated with livestock deathNodularin has been found in food originating from the Gippslands lakesNodularin is structurally related to microcystinCurrent risk assessment is based on microcystin toxicity dataMicrocystin is a much more common and well studied toxinIt is hepatotoxicIt causes pet and livestock deathIt has been associated with widespread human illnessIt is present in drinking water and seafood productsIs Nodularin a human health risk? Are current closure protocols appropriate?Seafood Safety Research Platform: Stakeholder Advisory Group meeting, 28 November 2025