A novel protocol to isolate, detect and differentiate taeniid eggs in leafy greens and berries using real-time PCR with melting curve analysis

A novel protocol to isolate, detect and differentiate taeniid eggs in leafy greens and berries using real-time PCR with melting curve analysis

Abstract Background Zoonotic taeniid cestodes are amongst the most important food-borne parasites affecting human health worldwide. Contamination of fresh produce with the eggs of Echinococcus granulosus (s.l.), Echinococcus multilocularis, and some Taenia species pose a potential food safety risk....

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Main Authors: Caroline F. Frey, Jenna R. Oakley, Vladislav A. Lobanov, Nelson Marreros, Janna M. Schurer, Laura F. Lalonde
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-12-01
Series:Parasites & Vectors
Subjects:
Echinococcus spp.
Taenia spp.
Leafy greens
Berries
Food safety
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13071-019-3834-8

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s13071-019-3834-8

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