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Occurrence and characterization of Cronobacter spp. in powdered formula from Chinese retail markets.
Foodborne pathogens and disease - 1 Apr 2014
Xu Xiaoke, Wu Qingping, Zhang Jumei, Ye Yingwang, Yang Xiaojuan, Dong Xiaohui
Abstract excerpt
Cronobacter spp. (formerly known as Enterobacter sakazakii) are foodborne pathogens that cause rare but life-threatening diseases in neonates and infants through consumption of contaminated powdered infant formula. This study was conducted to investigate the occurrence of Cronobacter spp. in powdered formula in China and to further characterize Cronobacter isolates. Isolates were identified to the species level...
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