Four types of neoplasms in Asian sea bass(Lates calcarifer)

Objective:To describe and observe four types of neoplasms on different parts(external and internal organs)of an Asian sea bass(Lates calcarifer).Methods:The sample was collected from local fish landing center(south east coast of India).Histopathology of normal and tumour tissues were analyzed.Results:A total of 83 tumour masses(neoplasm)were recorded on the fish skin,also the neoplasms were recorded in internal organs of fish such as liver,stomach and ovary.Conclusions:Aetiology of such neoplasm’s are unknown,further more researches need to confirm the causative agent for this type of neoplasm.