AOAC Annual Meeting_AIMS

Cyclospora Background • Previously considered to be a pathogen acquired during childhood in developing nations • In the U.S. and Europe, cyclosporiasis associated with travel or consumption of contaminated imported foods. • However, in recent years, the U.S. has seen an increase in cases and positive samples associated with domestic produce o Contaminated berries, fresh cilantro, basil and, more recently, ready-to-eat bagged salads.

AOAC INTERNATIONAL 2022 Annual Meeting & Exposition August 26 – September 1, 2022 | Scottsdale, AZ

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