Published in Scientific Works. C Series. Veterinary Medicine, Vol. LVIII ISSUE 4
Written by Catalina Posea, A. Șonea, A. Bîrțoiu, Monica Roman, Mihaela Vasile, Camelia Ion
Species of fungi: Aspergillus and Penicillium can produce and release, in certain circumstances of temperature, pH and humidity, secondary metabolites in fooders and food products type: Ochratoxins . Toxicity of Ochratoxin depens on the type (A,B,C), source and their dose, duration of exposure . Up to the present time has been demonstrated nephrotoxic compounds, hepatotoxic and teratogenic effect. of OchratoxinA (OTA) Due to the toxic effect of OTA the maximum level in fooder and food is subject to European legislation (Reg. CE N0 576/2006, Reg. CE 1881/2006) The aim of the paper is to highlight the value of mycotoxins type OTA in feed and foods, as an possible risk on animals and human health. The working method used for teting was ELISA. Values obtained from determinations were performed according to the legislation.
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