Detection of Microbial Contaminants in Food and Food Products
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Date
2025
Authors
Ogwu, Matthew Chidozie
Tonjock, Rosemary Kinge
El Malah, Soumia
Ojija Fredrick
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IGI Global Scientific Publishing
Abstract
The detection of microbial contaminants in food and food products is a cornerstone
of public health protection and food safety assurance. As foodborne diseases con-
tinue to pose a global burden, with pathogens such as Salmonella, Escherichia coli,
Listeria monocytogenes, and norovirus accounting for millions of illnesses annually,
the need for robust and reliable detection methodologies has become increasingly
urgent. This chapter provides a comprehensive overview of the evolving landscape
of microbial detection in food systems. It begins by exploring the sources and path-
ways of microbial contamination across the “farm-to- fork” continuum, highlighting
critical control points and microbial risk factors. Emphasis is placed on sampling
strategies, including representative sampling, sample preparation, and enrichmen
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This Journal Articles was Published by IGI Global Scientific Publishing in 2025