Paralytic shellfish poisoning (PSP) is caused by ingesting shellfish containing saxitoxins, heat-stable toxins produced by a type of phytoplankton called dinoflagellates, including species of …

People can become ill from eating shellfish contaminated with Paralytic Shellfish Poison. This biotoxin affects the nervous system and paralyzes muscles, thus the term "paralytic" shellfish …

Jun 5, 2024 · OLYMPIA – The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) is closely monitoring high levels of Paralytic Shellfish Poison (PSP) found in shellfish along …

Scallops can quickly accumulate dangerous levels of biotoxins—especially paralytic shellfish poisoning (PSP)—and may retain them for long periods. Unlike other shellfish, many scallops …

People can become ill from eating shellfish contaminated with Amnesic Shellfish Poison. Severe cases of Amnesic Shellfish Poisoning can result in permanent short-term memory loss.

People can become ill from eating shellfish contaminated with PSP. This biotoxin affects the nervous system and paralyzes muscles, thus the term "paralytic" shellfish poison.

Shellfish from both commercial and recreational harvest areas are regularly tested for the biotoxins that cause paralytic, amnesic and diarrhetic shellfish poisoning so that areas where …

Health care providers and health care facilities: Paralytic and Domoic Acid poisoning immediately notifiable to local health jurisdiction. Reporting requested for Diarrhetic shellfish poisoning.

What is Diarrhetic Shellfish Poison? Diarrhetic Shellfish Poison (DSP) is a marine biotoxin toxin produced by the dinoflagellate Dinophysis, which is a type of naturally occurring microscopic …

Shellfish-Related Illnesses Marine Biotoxins Amnesic Shellfish Poisoning (ASP or domoic acid) Diarrhetic Shellfish Poison (DSP or okadaic acid) Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning (PSP or "red …