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Evaluation of Alginate Use as an Immunostimulant in Litopenaeus vannamei Shrimp Aquaculture (Review) Muahiddah, Nuri; Effendi, Irzal; Supriyono, Eddy; Affandi, Rangga Idris
Journal of Fish Health Vol. 5 No. 4 (2025): Journal of Fish Health
Publisher : Aquaculture Department, University of Mataram

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29303/jfh.v5i4.8402

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The Pacific white shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei) is one of the most important species in global aquaculture but remains highly vulnerable to bacterial, viral, and environmental stressors. Conventional reliance on antibiotics and chemicals has raised concerns over resistance and sustainability, underscoring the need for eco-friendly alternatives. Alginate, a natural polysaccharide extracted from brown seaweeds such as Sargassum, has emerged as a promising immunostimulant and functional feed additive. Experimental studies show that alginate supplementation enhances non-specific immune responses, including total haemocyte count, phenoloxidase, superoxide dismutase, phagocytic activity, and total plasma protein. At the molecular level, alginate upregulates immune-related genes (e.g., Toll, LGBP, proPO), resulting in higher resistance against Vibrio spp. and White Spot Syndrome Virus (WSSV). In addition, low molecular weight sodium alginate improves antioxidant activity and stress tolerance under cadmium exposure, while dietary supplementation supports growth performance and feed utilization. From a sustainability perspective, converting Sargassum biomass into alginate aligns with circular economy principles by transforming an abundant, underutilized seaweed into high-value aquafeed additives. This reduces dependency on antibiotics and synthetic chemicals while generating added value for coastal communities. Overall, alginate represents a multifunctional and cost-effective strategy to strengthen shrimp immunity, enhance resilience to pathogens and stressors, and promote environmentally responsible aquaculture production.
Potensi Tanaman Brotowali (Tinospora cordifolia) Sebagai Imunostimulan Pada Udang: Artikel Reviuw Rangga Idris Affandi; Nuri Muahiddah
Vol 15 No 4 (2025): JURNAL PERIKANAN
Publisher : Universitas Mataram

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29303/jp.v15i4.1600

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Shrimp is among the most economically important aquaculture species globally, playing a significant role in ensuring both food and economic stability. However, the development of aquaculture, particularly shrimp farming, faces several management challenges, with disease outbreaks being a major concern. One effective strategy for disease control is maintaining shrimp health through preventive measures, such as administering immunostimulants. Natural sources of immunostimulants, especially from plants, are gaining attention. One such plant is guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), known for its rich array of bioactive compounds. Widely recognized as an ingredient in traditional bitter herbal medicine, guduchi offers various health benefits to humans and holds promise for enhancing shrimp immunity. This literature review aims to highlight the potential of guduchi as an immunostimulant for shrimp. The study applies a systematic literature review approach, involving planning, data collection, analysis, and drawing conclusions. Findings indicate that guduchi contains several compounds capable of boosting the immune response in shrimp, suggesting strong potential for further research and application in aquaculture, particularly in shrimp production
Co-Authors Abidin, Z Abidin, Zaenal Al Furkan ALIM ISNANSETYO Alis Mukhlis Andi Maria Ulfa Andre Rachmat Scabra Anggraini, Irika Devi Anjani, Yulia Dewi Anna Apriana Hidayanti Anton Anton Asri, Yuliana Ayu Diamahesa, Wastu Bagus Dwi Hari Setyono Bagus Dwi Hari Setyono BAGUS DWI HARI SETYONO Damai Diniariwisan Damai Diniariwisan Dewi Putri Lestari Dewi Putri Lestari, Dewi Putri Diamahesa, Wastu Ayu Diniariwisan, Damai Dwiyanti , Septiana Dwiyanti, Septiana Eddy Supriyono Erlana, Nirma Aprila Evron Asrial Fariq Azhar Fariq Azhar Fitri, Miftahul Fitriani, Laily Fitriani Hafizah, Imroatul HAMID Idris Affandi, Rangga Irzal Effendi Kaitjily, Priscilla Josephine Khilal Aditya L. Achmad Tan Tilar WSK Laily Fitriani Mulyani Lalu Hizbulloh Lumbessy, Salnida Yuniarti Lutfah Yunata Pratiwi M Junaidi, M Maolana, Arman Marno, Septhian Mita Ayu Liliyanti MOHAMAD FADJAR Muhammad Amin Muhammad Junaidi Muhammad Junaidi Muhammad Marzuki Muhammad Marzuki Muhammad Sumsanto Muhammad Sumsanto Mulyani, Laily Fitriani Nanda Diniarti Naning Dwi Sulystyaningsih Naning Dwi Sulystyaningsih Naning Dwi Sulystyaningsih Nunik Cokrowati Nur Fadhilah Rahim Panosa, Alief Erwanda Pratiwi, Lutfah Yunata Putri Lestari, Dewi Rahmadani, Thoy Bathun Citra Rahmadani, Thoy Batun Citra Rangga Idris Affandi Rangga Idris Affandi Rusmin Nuryadin Sadikin Amir Sahidu, Adriana Monica Sahrul Alim Sapto Andriyono Saruni Septiana Dwiyanti Septiana Dwiyanti SEPTIANA DWIYANTI Septiana Dwiyanti Septiana Dwiyanti Sintiya, Titik Sitti Hilyana soraya, indah Suhardinata Sukartono Sulystyaningsih, Naning Dwi Sumahiradewi, Luh Gede Yuliana Asri Yuliana Asri Yuliana Asri Yuliana Asri Zaenal Abidin