Validating the Updated BAM Chapter 19b Method for the Detection of Cyclospora cayetanensis in Outbreak-Linked Fresh Produce
values were also significantly higher in broccoli compared to parsley and basil in samples seeded with five oocysts (p < 0.05). We speculate that the florets of broccoli may trap oocysts and make washing less efficient. The differences observed in fresh produce detection confirm previous studies showing the importance of evaluating the performance of the validated C. cayetanensis detection method in different food matrices and conditions. These studies will ensure effective detection of C. cayetanensis in basil, parsley, and broccoli in future surveillance and outbreak investigations.
Authors
- S. Almerı́a (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0558-5488)
- Ellie Rogers
Institutions
- Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition (US)
- United States Food and Drug Administration (US)
- University of Maryland, College Park (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Food Protection
- Published
- 2026-04-15
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jfp.2026.100782
- Primary Topic
- Plant Disease Resistance and Genetics
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration