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ELIME Enzyme Linked Immuno Magnetic Electrochemical Method for Mycotoxin Detection
Published on: October 23, 2009
Enzymatic detoxification of major mycotoxins: current status, challenges, and future prospective
Qiuhong Zhong1,2, Qinghua Wu3, Xiaoli Xu4
1College of Life Science, Yangtze University, Jingzhou, 434025, China.
Abstract:
Mycotoxins are ubiquitous in cereals and cereal products worldwide, presenting substantial health hazards to both humans and animals. Enzymatic degradation has recently gained prominence as a highly effective, selective, and environmentally friendly approach to neutralizing mycotoxins, converting them into non-toxic or less toxic compounds. Herein, we provide a comprehensive overview of the enzymatic properties and degradation pathways of mycotoxin-degrading enzymes that target major mycotoxins, including aflatoxins (AFs), ochratoxins (OTs), deoxynivalenol (DON), zearalenone (ZEN), and fumonisins (FUMs). The identification of multiple mycotoxin-degrading enzymes, such as peroxidases, laccases, esterases, and oxidoreductases, has paved the way for transforming mycotoxins into less or non-toxic products through diverse pathways, offering a promising avenue for complete detoxification.
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