Listeria monocytogenes - Dangerous Pathogen and Its Detection in Foods

Authors

  • M. Blažková Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology, Institute of Chemical Technology, Prague
  • L. Karamonová Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology, Institute of Chemical Technology, Prague
  • L. Fukal Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology, Institute of Chemical Technology, Prague
  • P. Rauch Department of Biochemistry and Microbiology, Institute of Chemical Technology, Prague

Abstract

The aim of the review is to characterize Listeria monocytogenes as one of the most dangerous microbial contaminants in foods. A survey of methods for its detection is given. Molecular genetic methods and immunoassay techniques are recognized as promising methods for Listeria monocytogenes screening in food samples. A list of commercially available kits is presented.

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Published

2005-08-15

How to Cite

Blažková, M., Karamonová, L., Fukal, L., & Rauch, P. (2005). Listeria monocytogenes - Dangerous Pathogen and Its Detection in Foods. Chemické Listy, 99(7). Retrieved from http://chemicke-listy.cz/ojs3/index.php/chemicke-listy/article/view/2030

Issue

Vol. 99 No. 7 (2005)

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