Role of microplastics in mediating the transmission of antibiotic resistance gene tet from antibiotic-resistant bacteria to Litopenaeus vannamei

Key Points

• Microplastics facilitate the transmission of the antibiotic resistance gene tet.
• Analysis revealed significant gene transfer from antibiotic-resistant bacteria to Litopenaeus vannamei.
• The assessment employs a systematic environmental analysis methodology.
• These findings highlight the potential ecological risks associated with microplastic pollution.