Mycological and toxicological analysis of peanuts and derivatives
The filamentous fungi Aspergillus flavus, Aspergillus parasiticus and Aspergillus nomius produce toxins, which are secondary metabolites called aflatoxins. These toxin-producing species grow rapidly on peanuts and cereals in favorable conditions of temperature and humidity. Their toxins can either c...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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São Paulo State University (UNESP)
2012-07-01
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Series: | Revista de Ciências Farmacêuticas Básica e Aplicada |
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Online Access: | http://rcfba.fcfar.unesp.br/index.php/ojs/article/view/276 |