Detergent stress induced antioxidant responses in Anabas testudineus

Laundry detergents are widely used without following the dose specifications for washing, especially in developing countries. The excess detergents are finally reaching to the fresh water bodies and creating various threats to the systems. This book tried to address the detergent stress induced lipid peroxidation and changes in antioxidant enzymes in Anabas testudineus (Bloch, 1792) under laboratory conditions. The results showed significant increase with malondialdehyde content and enzymatic antioxidants like catalase, glutathione peroxidase and superoxide dismutase. The study also revealed the water quality deterioration under stress condition. Wider sensitisation of people for the dose specific use of laundry detergents is highly recommended for saving the freshwater fauna around.