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Modulatory Effects of Fucoidan on Paracetamol-induced Hepatic Damage and Histological Alterations in Rasbora lateristriata Sofyantoro, Fajar; Dafa, Maula Haqul; Primahesa, Alfian; Oktaviana, Shintia; Mayani, Olvita; Simanungkalit, Eben Ezer; Prissandi, Anthera Al Firdaus; Nuriliani, Ardaning; Retnoaji, Bambang; Saragih, Hendry T. S. S. G.; Rohmah, Zuliyati; Widiyanto, Slamet; Wijayanti, Nastiti; Septriani, Nur Indah
Biota Vol 12 No 1 (2026): Jurnal Biota 2026
Publisher : Faculty of Science and Technology Universitas Islam Negeri Raden Fatah Palembang

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Paracetamol overdose is a well-documented cause of hepatic injury across vertebrate species, including teleost fish. This study aimed to evaluate the hepatoprotective potential of fucoidan, a sulfated polysaccharide derived from brown algae, against paracetamol-induced liver damage in Rasbora lateristriata. Fish were divided into five experimental groups and exposed to paracetamol (3 mg/L), either alone or in combination with fucoidan at concentrations of 50, 100, or 300 µg/mL, for seven days. Histopathological evaluation of liver tissues was performed using hematoxylin–eosin staining, with semi-quantitative scoring focused on hydropic degeneration, nuclear pyknosis, and necrosis. The results demonstrated that paracetamol exposure induced moderate hepatocellular injury, characterized by cytoplasmic vacuolization, apoptotic nuclear alterations, and necrotic lesions. Co-treatment with fucoidan at 300 µg/mL was associated with reduced severity across all histopathological parameters, indicating partial hepatoprotective effects. In contrast, the 50 µg/mL fucoidan group exhibited paradoxically severe hydropic degeneration despite the absence of pyknosis and necrosis, suggesting a delayed or altered injury profile. Intermediate outcomes were observed at 100 µg/mL. Overall, fucoidan exhibited dose-dependent but inconsistent hepatoprotective effects. The observed histological variability across concentrations suggests that protection may be influenced by factors such as bioavailability, cellular uptake, or interactions with intracellular stress pathways. These findings highlight the need for further mechanistic investigations before fucoidan can be considered a reliable hepatoprotective agent in aquatic toxicology.
Histopathological Analysis of Liver Damage in Rasbora lateristriata Fish Induced by extract Butterfly Pea flower (Clitoria ternatea) Endar Pertiwi, Anggita; Illiyin, Sirayya; Sadewo, Imran; Rahayu, Sekar; Samparisna Rumansara, Papuani; Moli Podhi, Felisitas; Sularsah, Sais; Adelfiani, Adelfiani; Retnoaji, Bambang; Sofyantoro, Fajar; Nuriliani, Ardaning; Wijayanti, Nastiti; T.S.S.G. Saragih, Hendry; Rohmah, Zuliyati; Widiyanto, Slamet; Eka Putri Empra, Desi; Ariesti, Wiwin; Septriani, Nur Indah
RUMPHIUS Vol 8 No 1 (2026): RUMPHIUS Pattimura Biological Journal (in process)
Publisher : Universitas Pattimura

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Butterfly pea flower (Clitoria ternatea) is an Indonesian native plant known for its medicinal properties due to its rich content of anthocyanins, flavonoids, and ternatins. Although widely recognized for its health benefits, the long-term effects of its bioactive compounds require careful evaluation. This study aimed to investigate the potential hepatotoxic effects of butterfly pea flower extract on the liver of Rasbora lateristriata fish. Fish were exposed to 0 (control), 50, 75, and 100 ppm of butterfly pea extract for four days, with four fish allocated per group. Histological markers, including necrosis, vacuolization, pyknosis, and hemorrhage, were assessed in liver tissues. Data were analyzed using the Kruskal-Wallis test and Mann-Whitney U test at a 95% confidence level. Results indicated that butterfly pea flower extract caused significant hepatic damage, with increased severity at higher concentrations. The most pronounced damage was observed at 75 ppm, suggesting an optimal dose for inducing oxidative stress. This study highlights the potential hepatotoxicity of butterfly pea flower extract in aquatic species and underscores the need for further research to evaluate its safety for therapeutic use.