Toxic metals that are released into aquatic environments from natural and anthropogenic sources are absorbed by aquatic organisms and may threaten the health of both aquatic organisms and humans. Despite this, there have been limited studies on the metal concentrations in fish and humans in Central Asia. This study summarizes the presence of the toxic metals arsenic (As), mercury (Hg), cadmium (Cd), and lead (Pb) in aquatic bodies, fish, and seafood products and conducts a risk assessment. While certain areas show a notable increase in fish and seafood consumption, the overall intake in Central Asia remains below recommended levels. However, in regions with high fish consumption, there is a potential for elevated exposure to toxic metals, especially Hg. The risk of exposure to toxic metals in fish and seafood in Central Asia emerges as a significant concern. Comprehensive monitoring, regulation, and remediation efforts are imperative to ensure the safety of water sources and food consumption in the region. Public awareness campaigns and the establishment of dietary guidelines play a crucial role in minimizing the health risks associated with consumption.

• Klíčová slova
• arsenic, cadmium, fish, lead, mercury, toxic metals,
• MeSH
• arsen * toxicita   analýza   MeSH
• hodnocení rizik MeSH
• kadmium toxicita   MeSH
• kontaminace potravin analýza   MeSH
• kovy toxicita   MeSH
• lidé MeSH
• potrava z moře (živočišná) analýza   MeSH
• rtuť * toxicita   analýza   MeSH
• ryby MeSH
• těžké kovy * toxicita   analýza   MeSH
• zvířata MeSH
• Check Tag
• lidé MeSH
• zvířata MeSH
• Publikační typ
• časopisecké články MeSH
• přehledy MeSH
• Geografické názvy
• Asie MeSH
• Názvy látek
• arsen * MeSH
• kadmium MeSH
• kovy MeSH
• rtuť * MeSH
• těžké kovy * MeSH