Bacteria
Harmful bacteria are called
What is pathogens
Need this to grow
A living organism
Common food source for parasites
Seafood
2 examples of fungi
Mold and yeast
True or False: Seafood toxins cannot be killed off by freezing or cooking
True
Six conditions for bacterial growth
Food, acidity, temperature, time, oxygen, and moisture
Avoid bare hand contact with
RTE foods
The best way to prevent parasites
Purchasing from approved, reputable suppliers
Mold and yeast grow well in what types of foods?
Jams, jellies, cured salty meat
Scombroid poisoning is associated with
Histamine
Grows without oxygen and can be lethal if not treated
Clostrudium Botulinum
The most commonly linked foods with viruses are
RTE and shellfish from contaminated water
Cryptosporidium parvum is most commonly found in what facilities?
Day-care, medical facilities
Aflatoxin can cause an allergic reaction and is produced by
Mold
Associated with shellfish found in colder waters: scallops, clams, mussels and oysters. Causes PSP.
Saxitoxin
Beverages are a commonly linked food item
Salmonella Typhi
This is the most common virus for foodborne illness
Norovirus
Symptoms are tingling in throat and coughing up worms
Anisakis Simplex
Smell and taste of alcohol, white or pink discoloration, bubbling, and slime are signs of
Yeast
Associated with Barracuda, Grouper, Jacks, and Snapper
Ciguatoxin
Found in the hair, nose and throat of humans
Staphylococcus Aureus
Jaundice is associated with
Hepatitis A
Comes from incorrectly treated water, produce like berries, lettuce, or basil
Hard cheeses, salami, firm fruits and vegetables with moldy areas can be saved by cutting off this much
1 inch
Causes amnesic shellfish poisoning from clams, mussels, oysters, and scallops
Domoic Acid