Validation of a novel multiplex real-time PCR assay for Trypanosoma cruzi detection and quantification in acai pulp.

ABSTRACT: In Brazil, orally acquired T. cruzi infection has become the most relevant transmission mechanisms from public health perspective. Around 70% of new Chagas disease cases have been associated with consumption of contaminated food or beverages. Açai (Euterpe oleracea and Euterpe precatoria) is currently one of the most commercialized Amazonian fruits in the Brazilian and international markets. Therefore, it has become important to incorporate in the production process some procedures to measure out effective hygiene and product quality control required by global market. Molecular methods have been developed for rapid detection and quantification of T. cruzi DNA in several biological samples, including food matrices, for epidemiological investigation of Chagas disease and food quality control

SUBMITTER: Finamore-Araujo P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7853518 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature