Journal of Fish Health
Vol. 5 No. 3 (2025): Journal of Fish Health

The Role of Cytochrome P450 in Fish Health and Metabolism: A Vital Enzyme System

Nambiar, Shijina Purushothaman (Unknown)
Pillai, Devika (Unknown)
Nair, Suresh Narayanan (Unknown)
Krishnan, Rahul (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
22 Jul 2025

Abstract

Cytochrome P450 (CYP450) enzymes are vital enzymes in the metabolic processes of fish, playing a crucial role in the detoxification of xenobiotics and the regulation of endogenous compounds. The biotransformation of pollutants, including pesticides, medicines, and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), which build up in aquatic environments, is facilitated by these enzymes, especially those in the CYP1A, CYP2, and CYP3A families. Immunity of fish and their health, can be negatively impacted by metabolic byproducts, which can occasionally be more toxic than the original compounds even though CYP450 activity helps with detoxification. Exposure to pollutants and other environmental stressors can alter the expression and activity of CYP enzymes, which can cause physiological disruptions in fish species. This review explores the key roles of CYP450 enzymes in fish metabolism and health, emphasizing their importance as biomarkers for environmental toxicity and their potential impact on aquatic ecosystems. Assessing the effects of environmental contaminants and creating plans for environmental preservation and fish health management require an understanding of CYP450 mediated metabolic pathways in fish.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jfh

Publisher

Subject

Agriculture, Biological Sciences & Forestry

Description

The Journal of Fish Health (JFH) has an objective to publish and provide high-quality scientific contributions to the field of fish health. These contributions are sourced from innovative research that encourages science and technology development in the field of fish health on a national and ...