Aflatoxins are mycotoxins produced by a type of fungus found especially in regions with hot and humid climates. Aflatoxins are known to be genotoxic and carcinogenic. Therefore, exposure through food should be avoided as much as possible.
Aflatoxins are formed as a result of fungal contamination before and after harvest in peanuts, tree nuts, corn, rice, figs and other dried foods, spices, crude vegetable oils and cocoa beans. Various types of aflatoxins reproduce naturally. The aflatoxin B1 strain is the most common in foods and is among the most potent genotoxic and carcinogenic aflatoxins. Aflatoxin M1 strain is the major metabolite of aflatoxin B1 strain in humans and animals, and aflatoxin B1 is found in the milk of animals fed contaminated feed.
When contaminated food is processed, aflatoxins enter the general food supply. Animals fed contaminated food pass the aflatoxin conversion products into eggs, dairy products, and meat.
Aflatoxins are found in tropical and subtropical regions where temperature and humidity conditions are favorable for mold growth and toxin production. Removal or inactivation of aflatoxins in food and feed products is an important global problem. Aflatoxins are removed from contaminated food and feed by physical, chemical and biological methods.
In the test, analysis, measurement and evaluation studies carried out in our organization, national and international standards and applicable legal regulations are complied with and reliable and impartial results are obtained. These studies are based on the latest technological equipment, trained and experienced staff and modern methods. Among the numerous tests carried out in this context, there are also aflatoxin determination services in foods.
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