Human health risk assessment of potentially toxic elements (PTEs) through consumption of marine seafood in the eastern province of Saudi Arabia

Key Points

• Health risk assessment indicates significant exposure to potentially toxic elements through seafood.
• Consumption of contaminated marine seafood may pose health risks, particularly from heavy metals.
• Analysis of seafood quality in the eastern province assessed contaminants and their potential health impacts.
• Findings support the need for monitoring seafood safety to mitigate health risks from toxic elements.