A comprehensive review on probiotics and their use in aquaculture: Biological control, efficacy, and safety through the genomics and wet methods.

ABSTRACT: Probiotics, defined as viable microorganisms that enhance host health when consumed through the diet, exert their effects through mechanisms such as strengthening the immune system, enhancing resistance to infectious diseases, and improving tolerance to stressful conditions. Driven by a growing market, research on probiotics in aquaculture is a burgeoning field. However, the identification of new probiotics presents a complex challenge, necessitating careful consideration of both the safety and efficacy of the microorganisms employed. This review aims to delineate the most utilized and effective methods for identifying probiotics. The most effective approach currently combines in silico analysis of genomic sequences with in vitro and in vivo experiments. Two main categories of genetic trai

SUBMITTER: Calcagnile M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11681891 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature