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[Enteric viruses and bacteriological parameters in molluscs].

A Macaluso1, R Gabrieli, L Lanni

  • 1Università di Roma Tor Vergata, Roma.

Annali Di Igiene : Medicina Preventiva E Di Comunita
|November 24, 2004
PubMed
Summary

This study analyzed shellfish for bacterial and viral contamination. While most samples were safe, several contained viruses like Rotavirus and Astrovirus, indicating potential public health risks.

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Area of Science:

  • Food safety and public health
  • Microbiology and virology
  • Environmental monitoring

Context:

  • Shellfish are a significant food source globally.
  • Contamination of shellfish can pose risks to human health.
  • Monitoring shellfish for pathogens is crucial for consumer safety.

Purpose:

  • To assess the bacteriological and virological contamination of shellfish.
  • To identify the prevalence of specific pathogens including Fecal Coliforms, Escherichia coli, Salmonella, Hepatitis A and E virus, Rotavirus, Astrovirus, and Enterovirus.
  • To evaluate the safety of shellfish for human consumption.

Summary:

  • Eighty-seven shellfish samples were tested for bacterial and viral contaminants.
  • Most samples (63.2%) had acceptable bacterial levels, with one Salmonella-positive sample.

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  • Viral contamination was detected, with Hepatitis A virus (5.7%), Rotavirus (29.9%), Astrovirus (27.6%), and Enterovirus (10.3%) found. Hepatitis E virus was not detected.
  • 14.9% of samples tested positive for multiple viruses.

    • Impact:

    • Highlights the prevalence of viral contamination in shellfish.
    • Informs public health strategies for shellfish safety.
    • Underscores the need for robust monitoring programs to mitigate risks associated with consuming contaminated shellfish.