In this book, leading authorities present a broad overview of the microbial pathogens and toxins associated with foodborne illness while discussing pathogenicity, clinical epidemiology, diagnosis, and treatment. The volume covers allthe bacterial pathogens, viruses, protozoans, and parasites, as well as microbial toxins. Additionally, authors discuss pathogen control strategies and look toward future innovations in food safety technology. INDICE: Table of Contents.Simjee, Foodborne Diseases.1. E. coli. .2. Listeria. .3. Clostridium. .4. Yersinia. .5. Vibrio.6. Enterococcus.7. Viral Hepatitis.8. Gastroenteric Virus.9. Cryptosporidium.10. Toxoplasma.11. Aflatoxins.12. Scombroid poisoning .13. HAACP.14. Use of Antimicrobials in Food Animal Production.15. Alternatives to Antibiotics.16. Risk Assessment.17. Irradiation and other sanitation procedures.18. Molecular techniques of detecting foodborne pathogens and their toxins.19. Future Directions in Food Safety. .
- ISBN: 978-1-61737-614-6
- Editorial: Humana
- Encuadernacion: Rústica
- Fecha Publicación: 31/03/2012
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés