The document summarizes a study that investigated the effects of cassava mill effluents on hematological and biochemical characteristics in adult African catfish. Key findings include:

1) Exposure to cassava effluents significantly decreased hemoglobin, red blood cells, and packed cell volume in fish, indicating a reduction in oxygen carrying capacity. White blood cells increased, possibly to improve health. 

2) Liver enzyme levels (AST and ALT) were notably higher, suggestive of hepatic cellular damage. Alkaline phosphatase levels were lower, indicating potential liver disease. 

3) Cholesterol levels decreased significantly in exposed fish, which may be due to damage of liver cells reducing cholesterol synthesis. 

4) Overall,

Effect of Cassava Mill Effluents On Haematological and Biochemical Characteristics of Adult African Catfish (Clarias PDF

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