| Autor: |
Nurul, F. M., Noorlis, A., Nurul Ain, H., Suwaibah, M. |
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International Food Research Journal; 2017, Vol. 24 Issue 1, p455-458, 4p |
| Abstrakt: |
Escherichia coli is commonly found in the intestinal tract of human and warm-blooded animal. Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) serotype O157:H7 are pathogenic and able to cause serious health problem to human. In this study, the detection of E. coli from raw coconut milk was carried out by using the most-probable-number (MPN) and streaked plate methods. A total of 125 samples were purchased randomly from five hypermarkets and 16 wet markets in Kuala Pilah, Senawang and Seremban, West Malaysia areas. The samples that contaminate with E. coli were found to be ranging from <3.0x104 MPN/ml to >2.4x107 MPN/ml. The results revealed the presence of E. coli in fresh coconut milk from wet markets and hypermarkets in Negeri Sembilan. Thus, the result showed high health risk and the need for improving hygienic standard among food handlers. Therefore, public should be aware and always practice proper food handling. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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Complementary Index |
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