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FTIR spectroscopic characterization of holothuria leucospilota from ratnagiri

  • Unique Paper ID: 168062
  • Volume: 11
  • Issue: 4
  • PageNo: 1483-1487
  • Abstract:
  • Sea cucumbers, belonging to the class Holothuroidea and phylum Echinodermata, are marine animals with great ecological significance and potential possible medical applications. The present work uses Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy to analyse the biochemical composition of Holothuria leucospilota procured from Ratnagiri, India. From the FTIR spectra, it has been revealed that several important functional groups such as proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, and sulphur-containing compounds were present in the Holothuria leucospilota. High levels of proteins and collagen found in the samples suggest the potential for wound healing and tissue engineering, while lipid peaks point to valuable omega-3 fatty acids which are known for their anti-inflammatory and cardioprotective properties. The presence of carbohydrates, which are probably glycosaminoglycans, renders anti-inflammatory and anticoagulant effectiveness. Sulphur-containing compounds present might have antioxidant and antiviral benefits. These findings justify the application of H. leucospilota for the development of drugs and functional foods, which requires more efforts to be directed towards the identification and isolation of active components.
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  • ISSN: 2349-6002
  • Volume: 11
  • Issue: 4
  • PageNo: 1483-1487

FTIR spectroscopic characterization of holothuria leucospilota from ratnagiri

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