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Nutritional characterization of Pangasius (Pangasianodon hypophthalmus) fillets: Proximate composition, fatty acid profile and mineral content

S Dhariniswara; AU Pagarkar; A Mugunthan; A Sudharshan; B Hemavarshini; J Tharunika Sri

International Journal of Agriculture and Plant Science · 2026

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Summary

This 2026 study presents a nutritional characterisation of Pangasius (swamp catfish) fillets, a widely farmed aquaculture species in Southeast Asia. The research appears to have analysed the proximate composition, detailed fatty acid profile, and mineral micronutrient content of the fish fillets, contributing to food composition databases and understanding of aquaculture product quality. The specific geographical origin and farming conditions of the samples are not evident from the title alone, limiting generalisation.

Regional applicability

Pangasius is not a species commonly farmed or consumed in the United Kingdom; this nutritional characterisation would be most applicable to populations in Southeast Asia (particularly Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand) where aquaculture production is substantial. Findings could inform international food composition databases and comparative assessments of farmed fish nutritional quality, but direct relevance to UK food supply and dietary guidance is limited.

Key measures

Proximate composition, fatty acid profile, mineral content (likely including sodium, potassium, calcium, phosphorus, iron, zinc and other trace elements)

Outcomes reported

The study characterised the nutritional profile of Pangasius fillets, measuring proximate composition (protein, fat, moisture, ash), fatty acid profile, and mineral content.

Theme
Nutrition & health
Subject
Food composition & nutrient databases
Study type
Research
Study design
Laboratory analysis / Food composition study
Source type
Peer-reviewed study
Status
Published
System type
Aquaculture
DOI
10.66856/ijaps.2026.8.1.7156
Catalogue ID
NRmr0d11dz-003

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