Determination of Copper, Iron, and Zinc in Crayfish (Procambrus clarkii) by Inductively Coupled Plasma-Optical Emission Spectrometry

Inductively coupled plasma-optical emission spectrometry was used to determine copper, iron, and zinc in both whole Crayfish and tail meat of crayfish from selected areas in southwestern Louisiana. Also included was a comparison between male and female crayfish. Results showed no significant difference between male and female crayfish and individuals from different sites. Iron was approximately four times greater in concentration for whole crayfish compared with tail meat.