Microbiology: An Introduction, 11th Edition

Published by Benjamin Cummings
ISBN 10: 0321733606
ISBN 13: 978-0-32173-360-3

Chapter 25 - Microbial Diseases of the Digestive System - Study Questions - Review - Page 747: 5

Answer

Mycotoxin is a secondary meatbolite toxin produced by fungus causing mycotoxicoses. It impacts the body by inhibiting protein synthesis and particle clearing in the lungs. Ochratoxin is an example of mycotoxin. It is produced by various species of Aspergillus and Penicillium.

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Mycotoxin is a secondary meatbolite toxin produced by fungus causing mycotoxicoses. It impacts the body by inhibiting protein synthesis and particle clearing in the lungs. Ochratoxin is an example of mycotoxin. It is produced by various species of Aspergillus and Penicillium.
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