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aflatoxin::noun | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Type of | bioarm, biological weapon, bioweapon, mycotoxin |
Examples of aflatoxin
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Aflatoxin-producing members of Aspergillus are common and widespread in nature.
From the en.wikipedia.org
It did not say how much milk was destroyed or how high the aflatoxin levels were.
From the timesunion.com
One important factor in the development of kwashiorkor is aflatoxin poisoning.
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The oil can contain carcinogens and traces of aflatoxin, a potentially deadly mould.
From the independent.co.uk
Aflatoxin can colonize and contaminate nuts and grains before harvest or during storage.
From the sciencedaily.com
The sickened dogs were believed to be suffering from aflatoxin poisoning.
From the washingtonpost.com
Hammond's team followed up on these observations with the aim to reduce aflatoxin levels.
From the sciencedaily.com
Hot, dry conditions are particularly conducive to fungal growth and aflatoxin production.
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Recalled food products are subsequently sampled and tested for aflatoxin.
From the en.wikipedia.org
- A potent carcinogen from the fungus Aspergillus; can be produced and stored for use as a bioweapon
- Aflatoxins are naturally occurring mycotoxins that are produced by many species of Aspergillus, a fungus, most notably Aspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus. Aflatoxins are toxic and among the most carcinogenic substances known. ...
- (aflatoxins (AF-la-TOK-sins)) Harmful substances made by certain types of mold (Aspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus) that are often found on poorly stored grains and nuts. Consumption of foods contaminated with aflatoxins is a risk factor for primary liver cancer.
- (Aflatoxins) A group of chemicals that are produced by a mold. Aflatoxins sometimes contaminate certain foods.
- (Aflatoxins) Airborne moulds that grow in oily (lipid) mediums.
- (aflatoxins) cancer-causing substances produced by a fungus that sometimes contaminates peanuts, corn, grains and nuts, primarily in developing countries where the food supply is not well-regulated.
- A carcinogen produced by a mold that grows on potatoes, corn, and peanuts.
- A substance produced by molds that grow on rice and peanuts. Exposure to aflatoxin is thought to explain the high rates of primary liver cancer in Africa and parts of Asia.
- A kind of toxin or poison produced by the mold Aspergillus flavus. It is a particular problem for stored grain and peanuts. It is toxic to both birds and humans.
